Controller

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (Previously known as Heart of Texas MHMR); Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Payroll Direct Deposit

12 paid Holidays per year

Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The role partners with the CFO and guides staff in accurate accounting and internal controls across multiple departments.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business, 9+ years in accounting, non-profit/government experience, GAAP/GASB familiarity, and at least two years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/business is required.
• 9+ years’ experience in accounting/business, non-profit/government experience and GAAP/GASB familiarity preferred.
• Two years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll accounting, cash and banking reconciliations, fixed assets, grant and contract accounting, audit preparation, and internal controls.
• Provide financial leadership to accounting staff and work with CFO.
• Review financial activity, variances, and budgeting; communicate issues to CFO.
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, and financial planning.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP/GASB familiarity

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

Office software

Job description

Performs advanced and supervisory-level accounting and financial management work. Work involves directing and overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll accounting, cash and banking reconciliations, fixed assets, grant and contract accounting, audit preparation, and internal controls. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, timeliness, and compliance of the organization’s financial records and reports. Works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and provides financial leadership to accounting staff. Works with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

EXAMPLE OF WORK PERFORMED

• Oversees and maintains appropriate internal controls for cash receipts and disbursements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, purchasing, and other financial processes.
• Provide oversight or necessary supervision for other business division units in the absence of the CFO.
• Reviews financial activity and analyzes significant variances, unusual transactions, budget performance, and financial trends; communicates issues to the Chief Financial Officer.
• Assists the Chief Financial Officer with annual budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, financial planning, and preparation of financial information for executive leadership and the Board.
• Oversees the maintenance of fixed asset records, capitalization, depreciation, inventory-related accounting, and capital expenditure activity.
• Reviews payroll accounting and reconcile payroll activity, payroll liabilities, benefits, and program or funding allocations to the general ledger.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains efficient accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls; recommends improvements, adaptations, or revisions.
• Works with billing, program, grants, human resources, information technology, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
• Audits general ledger entries and related cash, purchasing, travel, payroll, and other financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• May design and consult with information technology staff in the development or enhancement of financial systems and reporting applications.

Experience:

9+ years’ experience in accounting/business industry. Non-profit/government experience and GAAP/GASB familiarity preferred.

Two years supervisory experience preferred.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/business required. CPA candidate preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the principles of collection and accounting, and of the rules and regulations governing reimbursement for agency services. Skill in resolving problems; in reviewing and evaluating options; in implementing solutions; in interviewing techniques; and in the use of general office equipment, computers, and applicable computer software. Ability to learn about and implement trauma-informed care practices within the scope of work for the position.

Must have and maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of the job duties and ability to maintain regular attendance as set forth in Center policies and procedures.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM

Position: TBD

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Networkstrives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer paid Health Insurance
  Employer paid Dental Insurance
  Employer paid Life Insurance
  Employer Paid Short Term Disability
  Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
  Payroll Direct Deposit
  12 paid Holidays per year
• Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings) **

**Certain Requirements Apply

Department: Finance

This is a full time position