Controller

VNA Health Group; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health Group in Monmouth County, NJ seeks a strategic Controller to oversee accounting functions across the organization, including general ledger, revenue and cost accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting. This leadership role supports mission-driven growth in a nonprofit healthcare setting.

The Controller will guide annual audits, cash management, debt financing, grant accounting, and the preparation of financial statements and dashboards, presenting results to senior management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA certification required.
• 10+ years senior finance or accounting in healthcare; nonprofit a plus.
• Minimum three years public accounting, small/medium firm a plus.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost controls, profitability analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; leadership across teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, revenue and cost accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Review processes; prepare financial statements and business dashboards.
• Manage budgeting process; monitor monthly results against budget.
• Plan and manage the year-end audit.
• Oversee cash management and debt financing needs with banks/partners.
• Oversee grant accounting and reporting for federal/state/local awards; ensure compliance.
• Present financial results to senior management and boards; supervise staff.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's in accounting

CPA certification

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Controller

Monmouth County, New Jersey

At VNA Health Group, we are committed to advancing healthcare and improving lives through compassionate home health, hospice, and community-based services. As one of New Jersey's largest nonprofit healthcare organizations, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to join our team and support our mission-driven growth.

Position Summary

Responsible for overseeing all accounting functions including general ledger accounting, revenue and cost accounting, budget forecasts, and financial reporting

Principal Responsibilities

• Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationships with co-workers
• Provides oversight of the daily operations of the department including general ledger, revenue, cost of goods and accounts payable
• Reviews the business processes and manages preparation of all financial statements and business dashboards
• Manages and implements the budgeting process and monitors and analyzes the monthly operating results against budget
• Plans and manages the year end audit
• Oversees cash management for all VNA entities and joint ventures to ensure sufficient cash is available for daily operating needs
• Manages debt financing needs with banks and investment company as needed for continued future operating needs
• Oversees grant accounting and reporting process for all federal, state and local award and ensures compliance with all grant agreement terms
• Reviews and evaluates the operating results and communicates the key financial and operational issues to senior management
• Presents financial results and budget to boards of trustees and committees
• Oversees budget process
• Ensures accounting processes and procedures are compliant with state and federal accounting and healthcare financial rules and regulations
• Supervises a team of accountants in conjunction with the organization’s managerial and leadership practices

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with CPA certification required, master’s degree a plus
• 10+ years of senior level finance or accounting experience in a health care setting, non-profit experience a plus
• Minimum three years of public accounting experience, small to medium sized firm a plus
• Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost control principles and profitability analysis
• Ability to analyze financial data to support continuous performance improvement and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of latest health care financial technology tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively across all levels of the agency

Working Conditions/Physical Demand

Business Office Environment with phone and computer use

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $120,000 to USD $170,000. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. The total compensation range reflects the total package, including base salary, overtime, bonuses, add-on incentives, special clinical compensation, retirement plans, and all other benefits. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.