Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Healthcare Administration, Internal Audit, Medical Billing, Policy Development, Policy Implementation, Procedure Development, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Spreadsheets, Time Management
Controller
Locations: Madison, WI, USA
Urgent Hiring
Duration: Full Time+ Benefits
Must Have:
- Bachelors in Business, Healthcare Administration, Accounting, Finance or similar
- Advanced Excel user
- Excellent knowledge of accounting software packages and spreadsheets
Job Description
Responsible for overseeing and directing the accounting function for a specific business unit within the organization or accounting function across the organization. Responsibilities may include developing accounting policies, procedures and controls and implementing accounting systems pertaining to a specific business unit or accounting function. Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation and reporting of financial information and ensuring that information adheres to GAAP and internal company policies.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for accuracy of the financial statements and management reports for specific business unit or function. Works in partnership with business and accounting management to meet accounting needs of the business.
- Directs and controls the teams' general accounting activities, including recording company transactions, classifications, and reconciliation of account balances in accordance with GAAP and company policy. Implements new accounting policies and ensures those policies are communicated to team as well as the business.
- Reviews accounting results. Prepares management reports and presents results to Senior Management.
- Proposes recommendations for changes and improvements to accounting policies/procedures. Drives and partners with cross-functional teams to develop and implement approved changes.
- Prepares and/or reviews reports supporting internal and external audits. Works with internal and external audit as needed.