Controller

Talentify; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Sound Health Corporation in Nome, AK seeks a Controller to lead corporate-wide accounting operations, including reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and budgets. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards, and timely year-end processes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field, CPA preferred, and at least five years in accounting with supervisory experience in a healthcare setting. Moderate travel and strong leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• CPA preferred; extensive knowledge of accounting standards required.
• Minimum 5 years accounting experience; 3 years supervisory/management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage corporate-wide accounting support systems.
• Oversee financial reports, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, and budgets.
• Coordinate annual tax reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead staff through training, performance reviews, and corrective action.
• Review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy.
• Support CFO during audits and fiscal planning.
• Ensure accurate tax forms and cost reporting; manage compliance.
• Maintain policies, internal controls, and confidentiality.

Skills

Financial reporting

Staff training

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

Controller

Purpose of Position

Direct an effective corporate wide Accounting support system; Administer and monitor the areas of financial reports, accounts payable, IHS Compact funds, annual tax reporting, financial audits, payroll, general ledger, operating and capital budgets; Provide expertise to management and staff on accounting functions meeting legal, regulatory, procedural and policy requirements; Review monthly departmental variance reports for accuracy; and, Direct assigned employees, demonstrating leadership by providing work direction, motivation, training, assistance, performance evaluation and corrective action.

Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Essential Functions

• Perform leadership functions including selection, scheduling, training, performance management and discipline; Instill passion in assigned staff for NSHC’s mission, vision, and values, paying particular attention to the maintenance of a safe and productive work environment
• Demonstrate personal initiative and accountability while overseeing the department's budget; Forecast needs, allocate resources and/or take corrective action as necessary; Assist CFO during audits
• Monitor and maintain budgetary and fiscal constraints and responsibilities in the area of accounting including reviewing all Journal entries and ensures reconciliation of Balance Sheet Accounts; Review financial statements and general ledger accounts and entries for accuracy and ensure accounts payable is processed accurately and on schedule, paying close attention to authorizations to pay, documentation of receipt of goods or satisfactory performance of service, accurate amounts, and correct account coding
• Direct the preparation of all required tax forms within established deadlines, including W-2s, 1099s, 990, 941, and ESC reports and ensure IRS files are kept in a logical and organized manner
• Direct preparation of annual personnel, capital operating and revenue budgets and completion of product as designated by Corporate Officers
• Perform professional accounting work such as gathering information for the Medicare Cost Report and other Medicare inquiries, as well as preparing the annual indirect cost proposal and maintain knowledge of the regulations surrounding its preparation
• Ensure efficient procedures and effective use of corporate housing funds and esure payroll is accurate and timely
• Administor on-call duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

Personal Traits

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.

Required Knowledge

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.

Job Specific knowledge is listed below:

• Working knowledge of accepted accounting standards and practices
• Knowledge of compact and grant funding
• Knowledge of payroll processing regulations

Required Skills and Abilities

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.

Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:

• Above average ability to communicate financial reports
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to train and motivate staff

Minimum Requirements

Education

Degree

Program

Bachelor's Degree

Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience

General (Non-supervisory)

Supervisory

Amount:

5 year(s)

performing administrative work in accounting or auditing, three years in a healthcare setting preferred

3 (years)

in a supervisor or manager role

Type:

Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated.

Credentials

Licensure, Certification, Etc.

CPA preferred

Physical Requirements

Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment

Sit more than half the workday

Stand and/or walk less than half the workday

Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach

View electronic monitors for prolonged periods of time

Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks consistently for more than one hour at a time

Lift or carry unaided less than 25 pounds

See and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions

Work is conducted in a standard office environment

Moderate travel is required (between 25% and 50% of the time)

Travel is required via large aircraft

Travel is required via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft