Controller

Fair Haven Community Health Care; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental and vision

Voluntary benefits (AFLAC plan, STD, 


LTD & Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fair Haven Community Health Care is seeking a Controller to lead daily finance operations and support strategic financial management for a diverse nonprofit health center. The role reports to the CFO and oversees AP/AR, payroll, and grants, ensuring compliant financial operations across FHCHC’s clinics.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA, a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred), and at least seven years in accounting, with nonprofit accounting software experience (e.g., MIP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; an advanced degree is highly preferred.
• CPA is required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in an accounting position is also required.
• The selected candidate will have additional coursework in accounting/finance; computer proficiency with Excel and database reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day finance operations and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and grants administration.
• Prepare annual Medicare and Medicaid cost reports for CFO review and follow-up actions.
• Assist with annual external audit; coordinate with Finance team to ensure timely completion.
• Assist with annual UDS financial schedule and cost allocation plan updates.
• Oversee asset inventory, depreciation schedule, and lease management.

Skills

Finance leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CPA

Tools

MIP or nonprofit accounting software

Job description

Fair Haven Community Health Care

For over 54 years, FHCHC has been an innovative and vibrant community health center, catering to multiple generations with over 165,000 office visits across 21 locations. Guided by a Board of Directors, most of whom are patients themselves, we take pride in being a healthcare leader dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable medical and dental care to everyone, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Our extensive range of primary and specialty care services, along with evidence-based programs, empowers patients to make informed choices about their health. As we expand our reach to underserved areas, our commitment to prioritizing patient needs remains unwavering. FHCHC's mission is to enhance the health and social well-being of the communities we serve through equitable, high-quality, and culturally responsive patient-centered care.

Job purpose

To function as the lead person with direct responsibility for the day to day finance operations, and assists the CFO with management of accounting records. To aid the CFO and assure accurate and compliant financial operations at Fair Haven Community Health Clinic, Inc.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations and assume oversight responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and grants administration. The Controller will work closely with the CFO to ensure that FHCHC has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and will review with the CFO specific tasks on a periodic basis. Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage the monthly close and operating statement issuance as well as compilation and issuance of the Board financials as determined by Chief Financial Officer.
• Prepare annual Medicare and Medicaid cost report for CFO review and any required follow-up or resubmissions.
• Assist FHCHC selected audited firm with the annual audit; lead and coordinate with all Finance department members to assure annual audit is completed timely and assist with preparation of annual reports as necessary.
• Assist with annual preparation of UDS financial schedule and assist with review, update and implementation of FHCHC cost allocation plan.
• Manage the upkeep of asset inventory and depreciation schedule including monthly entries.
• Manage and track FHCHC leases and evaluation of their cost effectiveness. Recommend changes as necessary to CFO.
• Manages the day to day procurement activities for the Center.
• Imports annual budget into accounting software and assures accuracy.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements.
• Performs the monthly Administrative cost allocation to all programs/departments.
• Perform general ledger maintenance and review and monthly balancing of cash accounts and patient receivables.
• Oversee grant staff to assure the accurate preparation of grant financial reports and their recording in accounting system. Assures maintenance and accuracy of the grant schedule for monthly and annual reporting.
• Attends meetings and trainings as requested by the CFO.
• Other projects/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, an advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in an accounting position is also required.
• The selected candidate will have: additional coursework in accounting/finance; computer proficiency with knowledge of word processing, Excel and database reporting and functional knowledge of MIP or other nonprofit accounting software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; impeccable analytical and organizational skills and the ability to work with senior management essential.

Direct Reports

• Financial Manager
• Procurement Specialist
• Financial Reporting Senior Manager
• Senior Manager of Accounting and Grants
• Assistant Controller

What we offer

• Major medical, dental and vision
• Voluntary benefits (AFLAC plan, STD, LTD & Life Insurance)
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• And much more...

Salary: $150-175k (commensurate with qualifications & experience)

American with Disabilities Requirements: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.

Fair Haven Community Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FHCHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.