Controller
Lighthouse Autism Center
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Schaumburg • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $225,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of client billing system, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, purchasing, and payroll.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Consistently analyze financial data and present financial results.
- Report monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement results compared to budget and prior year to the executive management team.
- Prepare annual budgets and current forecasts.
- Support and coordinate with 401(k) advisor regarding administration and management of plan and required annual filings.
- Manage corporate insurance renewals related to medical, dental, worker’s compensation, and business liability.
- Coordinate with an external CPA firm in preparation of annual audit and arrangement of all required tax returns and reporting.
- Maintains financial staff by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
- Mentors, trains and develops direct reports to build an exceptional team.
- Stay informed about changes in accounting standards and healthcare industry regulations.
- Prepare financial information for investors, lenders and key stakeholders.
- Adapt quickly to changing business needs, willingly engaging in hands-on work when necessary.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to overcoming challenges, flexibly shifting between strategic oversight and tactical execution.
- Exhibits a "whatever it takes" attitude, leading by example and fostering a culture of resilience.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting leadership positions
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related business field
- CPA required, MBA preferred
- Experience working in private equity or venture capital organizations, including monthly reporting, forecasting and preparing financial packets for lenders.
- Multi-state healthcare industry experience a plus
- Minimum 5 years of successful management of the accounting team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products is required, special emphasis on Excel
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
financial reportingGAAP complianceinternal controlsclient billing system managementaccounts payableaccounts receivablebudget preparationfinancial analysisforecastingtax return preparation
Soft Skills
leadershipcoachingmentoringproblem-solvingadaptabilitycommunicationteam developmentstrategic oversighttactical executionresilience
Certifications
CPAMBA