Controller - Strategic Finance Leader for Mental Health

Socket.dev; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

KPERS

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

PTO

Paid Medical Leave

EAP

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Pawnee Mental Health is seeking a qualified Controller to lead accounting, closes, and financial reporting. You will oversee GAAP compliance, reconciliations, and cost reporting while partnering with the CFO and leadership to strengthen internal controls.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a track record in audits, and experience with ERP systems. Healthcare exposure is a plus; select benefits are included in the package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with progressive accounting experience.
• CPA strongly preferred; healthcare setting experience a plus.
• Experience with general ledger, financial statements, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage agency accounting and accounts payable per GAAP.
• Lead monthly and year-end close processes and calendar.
• Ensure general ledger integrity and proper chart of accounts.
• Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations and discrepancies.
• Prepare timely monthly/annual financial statements and analyses.
• Develop and monitor accounting policies and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual financial audit and support external auditors.
• Prepare cost reports and schedules under CFO supervision.
• Oversee fixed asset and lease accounting; depreciation and disposals.
• Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Provide financial guidance to boards and leadership.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Month-end close

Account reconciliations

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA (strongly preferred)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pawnee Mental Health is seeking a qualified Controller to lead accounting, closes, and financial reporting. You will oversee GAAP compliance, reconciliations, and cost reporting while partnering with the CFO and leadership to strengthen internal controls.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a track record in audits, and experience with ERP systems. Healthcare exposure is a plus; select benefits are included in the package.