Controller

Lunera Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunera Health is seeking a Controller to direct day-to-day financial activities, ensuring GAAP and HRSA compliance while providing strategic financial guidance. You will oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls to support the organization's mission.

The role requires seven years of progressive accounting and at least three years in leadership, with healthcare nonprofit experience, Sage Intacct, and ADP proficiency highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• MBA or Finance master's degree preferred.
• Minimum seven years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Minimum of three years in a leadership role.
• Experience with federal grants management and Single Audits required.
• Experience with Sage Intacct and ADP preferred.
• Healthcare nonprofit or Federally Qualified Health Center experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Ability to communicate financial information to executives and the Board.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and fixed assets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and maintain liquidity.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Coordinate annual external financial audits and federal compliance audits.
• Supervise and mentor accounting and finance staff.
• Ensure compliance with HRSA regulations and Uniform Guidance.
• Oversee revenue cycle, including patient billing, reimbursements, and AR performance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Audit coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation preferred

MBA/Masters in Finance preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

ADP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

The Controller is responsible for directing and managing the day-to-day financial activities of Lunera Health, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) requirements. The Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, internal controls, and audit coordination. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records while supporting the organization’s mission through sound financial management and strategic guidance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and fixed assets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and maintain adequate liquidity.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

Grant and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with HRSA regulations, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and all federal grant requirements.
• Monitor and report on Section 330 grant funding and other federal, state, and local grants.
• Coordinate preparation of the annual Uniform Data System (UDS) financial reporting components.
• Oversee Single Audit preparation and serve as liaison to external auditors.

Revenue Cycle Oversight

• Collaborate with revenue cycle leadership to monitor patient service revenue, billing, collections, payer reimbursements, and accounts receivable performance.
• Analyze reimbursement methodologies, including Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and value-based payment arrangements.
• Monitor key financial performance indicators and recommend corrective actions as needed.

Leadership & Administration

• Supervise and mentor accounting and finance staff, as applicable.

Audit and Risk Management

• Coordinate annual external financial audits and federal compliance audits.
• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and risk management practices.
• Maintain compliance with tax-exempt organization requirements and prepare required financial filings.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred.
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Finance preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years in a leadership role.
• Experience with federal grants management and Single Audits required.
• Experience with Sage Intacct required.
• Prior experience in healthcare, nonprofit organizations, or Federally Qualified Health Centers strongly preferred.
• Experience with ADP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and federal grant compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of FQHC reimbursement methodologies, including Medicare and Medicaid cost reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to executive leadership and Board members.
• Proficiency in financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.