LABOURE COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INC
Assistant Controller
LABOURE COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INC, Milton, Massachusetts, us, 02186
GENERAL SUMMARY
Labouré College of Healthcare, Inc. seeks a collaborative Assistant Controller with a proven record of accomplishment. Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Controller will provide day-to-day support to the Finance department. This role will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare journal entries, invoices, etc., and reconcile accounts for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
Help analyze financial data and generate reports for management, highlighting trends and variances.
Support the Vice President of Finance and Administration in managing the general ledger and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Complies with all statutes, regulations, board policies, and procedures about restricted and unrestricted accounting.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
Monitor actual financial performance against the budget and report variances to management.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.
Internal Controls and Compliance:
Assist in developing and implementing internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
Support the internal and external audit processes, including preparing audit schedules and documentation.
Accounting Operations:
Assist in the management of cash flow, including the monitoring of cash balances and forecasts.
Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
Audits workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized. Participates in preparing revenue, expense, cash balance projections, financial budgets, and other specialized financial reports and analyses.
Recommends, implements, and administers accounting policies and procedures incorporating strong internal controls for all college, non-profit component units, and fiscal agent entities.
Team Leadership and Development:
Assist in training and developing team members to ensure continuous improvement and professional growth.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
Special Projects:
Participate in special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Administration, such as system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis.
Provide support in strategic initiatives as required.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff (Accountants I and II).
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Accuracy and detail-oriented.
Deadline driven.
Time management; ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Problem-solving: analyzes issues, identifies probable causes, and determines solutions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of complex, computer-based financial management systems.
Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations and college financial policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Knowledge of business management principles and practices.
Knowledge of advanced financial and management accounting principles, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of college and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Ability to develop financial plans and reports, manage resources, and handle multiple, complex tasks and deadlines.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful, large financial operation.
Knowledge of data analysis, cost behavior, and forecasting.
Ability to prioritize and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to supervise and train employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
Minimum three years of proven experience as an Assistant Controller.
Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office, ADP, and accounting software (e.g, Jenzabar)
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulations.
Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Accounting
Professional certification (e.g., CPA)
Prior experience in higher education and non-profit environments
This position requires the employee to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualify for an accommodation from the College's vaccination policy.
Labouré College of Healthcare is a non-profit institution with a Catholic-guided mission. The College honors and welcomes all faith traditions. Minority, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Labouré College of Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and other categories as protected by Massachusetts law. Labouré College of Healthcare expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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Labouré College of Healthcare, Inc. seeks a collaborative Assistant Controller with a proven record of accomplishment. Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Controller will provide day-to-day support to the Finance department. This role will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare journal entries, invoices, etc., and reconcile accounts for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
Help analyze financial data and generate reports for management, highlighting trends and variances.
Support the Vice President of Finance and Administration in managing the general ledger and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Complies with all statutes, regulations, board policies, and procedures about restricted and unrestricted accounting.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
Monitor actual financial performance against the budget and report variances to management.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.
Internal Controls and Compliance:
Assist in developing and implementing internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
Support the internal and external audit processes, including preparing audit schedules and documentation.
Accounting Operations:
Assist in the management of cash flow, including the monitoring of cash balances and forecasts.
Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
Audits workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized. Participates in preparing revenue, expense, cash balance projections, financial budgets, and other specialized financial reports and analyses.
Recommends, implements, and administers accounting policies and procedures incorporating strong internal controls for all college, non-profit component units, and fiscal agent entities.
Team Leadership and Development:
Assist in training and developing team members to ensure continuous improvement and professional growth.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
Special Projects:
Participate in special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Administration, such as system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis.
Provide support in strategic initiatives as required.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff (Accountants I and II).
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Accuracy and detail-oriented.
Deadline driven.
Time management; ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Problem-solving: analyzes issues, identifies probable causes, and determines solutions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of complex, computer-based financial management systems.
Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations and college financial policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Knowledge of business management principles and practices.
Knowledge of advanced financial and management accounting principles, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of college and/or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Ability to develop financial plans and reports, manage resources, and handle multiple, complex tasks and deadlines.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful, large financial operation.
Knowledge of data analysis, cost behavior, and forecasting.
Ability to prioritize and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to supervise and train employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
Minimum three years of proven experience as an Assistant Controller.
Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office, ADP, and accounting software (e.g, Jenzabar)
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulations.
Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Accounting
Professional certification (e.g., CPA)
Prior experience in higher education and non-profit environments
This position requires the employee to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualify for an accommodation from the College's vaccination policy.
Labouré College of Healthcare is a non-profit institution with a Catholic-guided mission. The College honors and welcomes all faith traditions. Minority, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Labouré College of Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and other categories as protected by Massachusetts law. Labouré College of Healthcare expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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