Controller

Pacifica Hospital of the Valley; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacifica Hospital of the Valley in Los Angeles seeks a Controller to lead accounting practices and maintain fiscal records in accordance with GAAP. The role reports to the executive team and guides financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include establishing accounting policies, coordinating external audits, monitoring financial statements, and collaborating with management on budget matters while coaching staff to achieve accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Five (5) years as a Controller or equivalent; advancement readiness.
• CPA License or licensing in-process preferred.
• Solid understanding GAAP.
• Health care industry experience.
• Medium to advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to coach and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Establish policies, procedures and programs to ensure effective accounting systems.
• Monitor preparation of statistical reports and financial statements.
• Coordinate external financial and regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with other management on financial and budgetary matters.
• Assist with the implementation of internal controls.
• Oversee and monitor federal, state and local compliance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Coaching staff

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA License or licensing in-process

Job description

As part of the organization's leadership team, the CONTROLLER is responsible for the accounting practices and maintenance of fiscal/accounting records and reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Primary responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Establishes policies, procedures and programs to ensure effective accounting systems
• Monitors preparation of statistical reports and financial statements
• Coordination of external financial and regulatory audits
• Collaborates with other members of management on financial and budgetary matters
• Assist with the implementation of internal controls
• Oversee and monitor federal, state and local compliance

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Five (5) years as a Controller or equivalent, ready for advancement
• CPA License or licensing in-process preferred
• Solid understand GAAP
• Health care industry experience
• Medium to advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coach and motivate staff to achieve desired end results.