Assistant Controller - Camino Media

Clinica Sierra Vista; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinica Sierra Vista in Bakersfield, CA invites an experienced Assistant Controller to join our finance team. Under the Controller's direction, this position will perform routine accounting functions, supervise accounts, enhance controls, and prepare reports. The role may assume Controller duties in their absence.

The Assistant Controller will support financial statements, payroll, audits, and contract reviews, requiring strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• College degree with a major in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field providing substantial work in Accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and governmental reporting requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel.
• Ability to establish and maintain fiscal records and prepare comprehensive financial reports.
• Ability to coordinate and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review, analysis and verification of fiscal records.
• Review and approve general ledger entries and supporting documentation.
• Set up G/L accounts in the financial software.
• Prepare periodic financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate and review monthly YTD contract spreadsheets with Program Directors.
• Review and approve final payroll summary report.
• Participate in audits and other departmental duties.
• Conduct introductory and annual employee reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Governmental reporting requirements

Advanced Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Work under pressure

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days per year
• A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
• Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
• 403(B) plan with company matching

We’d love to hear from you! Please review the job details below.

We're looking for someone to join our team as an Assistant Controller who:

Under direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller will perform routine accounting functions; supervise the maintenance of accounts and financial records for departmental accounting systems; promote and improve accounting controls for record protection; provide proper audit trails; understand and assist in the accounting system revision when indicated; prepare reports; and to perform other related work as required. Assistant Controller assumes duties of Controller in their absence.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in the review, analysis and verification of the fiscal records.
• Responsible for reviewing and approving general ledger entries and supporting documentation.
• Sets up G/L accounts in the financial software, as needed.
• Prepares periodic financial statements and reports.
• Reviews all contracts and coordinates the generation of YTD contract spreadsheets to Program Directors on a monthly basis.
• Reviews and approved final payroll summary report.
• Participates in and coordinates corporate and program audits.
• Perform other departmental duties as required.
• Perform introductory and annual employee reviews, competency forms, and provide constructive feedback on their performance to help meet organizational and professional goals.

Other Responsibilities:

• On a scheduled basis may be required to work at any Satellite Facility.
• Reasonable and predictable in person attendance.
• Ability to work a varied schedule that may include Saturday.

You'll be successful with the following qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• College degree with a major in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field providing substantial work in Accounting or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of governmental reporting requirements.
• Ability to establish and maintain fiscal records and procedures.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive financial reports.
• Ability to coordinate and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Programs, advanced Excel proficiency.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!