Controller

Waikiki Health; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

14 paid holidays

Parking included

403(b) Retirement Plan

Matching contributions

Company shirt

Job summary

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Controller in Honolulu, HI to support the CFO in GL accounting, financial reporting, and analysis within a nonprofit healthcare setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance with 5-7+ years of accounting experience, including 2-3 years in a leadership capacity. CPA or Master's preferred. Strong grant compliance knowledge and proficiency with accounting software are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA designation or Master’s degree (MAcc, MBA, or Finance) preferred.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience with 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep nonprofit accounting knowledge (GAAP/FASB), fund accounting, and bank reconciliations.
• Grant compliance experience with HRSA guidelines, OMB Uniform Guidance, and Single Audits.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and manage budgets; support audits.
• Advanced proficiency with specialized accounting software systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the CFO in GL accounting management and financial reporting.
• Provide financial analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor finance staff; train department employees.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and policies.
• Oversee accounts payable processing and bank reconciliations.
• Support annual audit processes and grant reporting.
• Manage daily banking activities and cash flow.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP/Nonprofit

Grant management

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA or Master’s preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

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Controller

Full Time Honolulu, HI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1060

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

Founded in 1967, Waikiki Health is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers a Patient-Centered Medical Home targeting our community’s most vulnerable populations. Our clinical and program sites provide holistic care in welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environments. Waikiki Health’s mission is to provide quality medical and social services that are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Values

• We are committed to providing the highest quality care and services to our island community.
• We believe that respect is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships.
• We maintain empathy and kindness, treating everyone as ohana.
• We are creative and flexible in meeting community needs.
• We will help empower others to reach their highest potential.
• We are accountable to the community we serve and to each other.

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Controller.

Base salary for this role is $90,000 - $100,000 annually, with final compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule: A standard 8-hour workday, 8 am to 5pm. Occasional but rare overtime may be required.

• Health insurance (Employee only) 100% premiumpaid once eligible.
• 14 Paid holidays
• Parking included
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Participation effective within 4 weeks of employment
• Matching is offered once eligible with a 3-year vesting period
• Company Shirt

Summary of Position: Assists the CFO in the management and administration of GL accounting, financial reporting, internal/external, and financial analysis in the Finance Department through direct supervision, training, and mentoring of the employees of the department. The controller will perform a variety of intermediate accounting and fiscal record keeping activities. Complete tasks necessary to assure organizational compliance with generally accepted accounting principles for non-profit organizations, including processing of accounts payable and reconciliation of financial institution accounts, maintenance of financial records, and other projects as needed.

Qualifications and abilities

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or Master’s degree (MAcc, MBA, or Finance) is preferred
• Experience: 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2-3 years in a financial leadership or supervisory role, preferably within a nonprofit or healthcare environment
• Nonprofit Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP/FASB), including fund accounting, tracking restricted/unrestricted funds, and managing bank reconciliations
• Grant Compliance: Hands-on experience managing federal and state grant compliance, specifically regarding HRSA guidelines, OMB Uniform Guidance, and Single Audits
• Financial Management: Proven ability to accurately prepare and interpret financial statements, manage organizational budgets, and support or lead annual audit processes
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency utilizing specialized accounting software systems.

General Duties include but are not limited to

• Financial Process & Policy Management
• Grant Management & CFO Collaboration
• Team Leadership & Capacity Building
• Daily Banking & Cash Flow
• Other duties as assigned

Updates and implements finance and accounting processes, practices, and policies, including period-end close, financial consolidations, budgeting, management reporting, and financial analysis

Works closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to strategically manage, track, and report on federal, state, and private grants

Manages and coordinates the finance team using a collaborative, team-based approach, while providing cross-training to ensure continuous coverage and operational efficiency

Oversees daily banking activities—including check registration, EFT reporting, and bank balance reviews—while ensuring timely monthly GET tax payments and accounts payable approvals

Prioritizes, organizes, and executes critical financial work across multiple competing projects to safely meet all organizational deadlines with a high level of quality

*Waikiki Health requires proof of the following immunization; with or without reasonable accommodation: TB skin test or chest x-ray, Hep B (optional).

Waikiki Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.