Controller

Senior Services Of America; Gig Harbor (WA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Services of America, based in Gig Harbor, WA, seeks a full-time Controller to oversee all accounting functions, treasury, billing, reconciliations, and monthly closes, while implementing policies to improve accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field, 5+ years in a Controller role, and CPA licensure; you will lead audits, prepare management reports, and guide staff through close cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA licensure required.
• 5+ years in a controller role; public accounting preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Direct the accounting team and day-to-day processing of all accounting activities.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports with GAAP compliance.
• Ensure timely balance sheet reconciliations and analyses.
• Prepare management reports on income, expenses and earnings.
• Lead annual budget process with key stakeholders.
• Oversee audits (401k, workers' comp) and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain relations with banks and financial institutions.
• Develop training to automate processes and improve close cycles.

Skills

CPA

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Finance leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Services of America is dedicated to providing high-quality senior living solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of older adults. With a commitment to compassionate care and fostering vibrant communities, the organization operates a network of senior living communities where residents can thrive in a safe and supportive environment. Based in Gig Harbor, WA, Senior Services of America combines innovative care solutions with a focus on enhancing well-being and quality of life. The company prioritizes creating welcoming spaces where seniors and their families feel valued and supported.

Role Description

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Gig Harbor, WA. The Controller is responsible for direct supervision of all accounting and financial functions. Primary responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting function including Treasury, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payables, supervision of the monthly close process through to reconciliation, and subsequent provision of supporting documentation for audit or tax requests.The VP Controller will create and implement policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting issues in addition to creating procedures to make the close and reporting processes more efficient and accurate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the work of accounting team members; manage day to day processing of all accounting aspects, review staff functions and workpapers.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports to ensure integrity and GAAP compliance.
• Ensure timely preparation and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and associated analyses.
• Prepare management reports which analyze, summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Research technical and evolving accounting issues and implement appropriate accounting treatment.
• Responsible for leading the annual budget process in a collaborative manner with key stakeholders resulting in the timely preparation of all budgets in alignment with the objectives of ownership groups.
• Oversee all audits related to financial information including the annual 401K, Workers Compensation and any other ad hoc audits by local taxing authorities.
• Prepare and submit compliance reporting required by regulatory and tax agencies.
• Maintain relations with banks and other financial institutions.
• Research and recommend technological tools that streamline and automate accounting systems, processes and procedures in the context of supporting operations.
• Develop training programs to support automation of processes; train accounting staff, oversee and/or train community Executive Directors and Business Office Directors, as needed
• Support the annual renewal of all insurance policies; property and liability, medical, D&O, E&O and Workers Compensation

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directly supervises the Accounting team members. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field with 5+ years of experience in the Controller role.Public accounting experience preferred.
• Currently licensed Certified Public Accountant required
• Receive and carry out verbal or written instruction.Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, or via email with customers and co-workers.Write and proofread routine correspondence and reports with appropriate grammar and spelling.Make group presentations to share information or explain policies and procedures.
• Perform a variety of duties, moving between tasks of differing nature, with occasional distractions and interruptions.Prioritize competing requirements to complete work in a timely manner when there are changes to workload and assignments.Work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common accounting software programs.

Compensations is pay is between $150,000 - $175,000 depending on experience.