Senior Finance Controller - Grant & Cash Flow Leader

Johnson-Health-Center; Madison Heights (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Health Center in Madison Heights, VA seeks an experienced Controller to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage the general ledger, bank reconciliations, payroll reliability, and grant accounting while supporting internal controls and budgeting processes.

The role emphasizes month-end close, audit readiness, vendor management, and asset tracking, with leadership responsibilities and mentoring for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience with hands-on knowledge of daily financial operations.
• Strong understanding of GAAP; nonprofit or grant accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily accounting activities, including recording, verifying, and posting financial transactions.
• Manages daily bank reconciliations and ensures accurate processing of deposits.
• Monitors cash flow and liquidity to ensure sufficient funds for operations.
• Reconciles and resolves financial discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintains the general ledger and ensures accuracy of journal entries and account classifications.
• Leads month-end and year-end closing processes and prepares and distributes timely internal financial statements and reports.
• Supports ongoing compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
• Reviews biweekly payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitors quarterly payroll tax filings and ensures alignment with regulations.
• Oversees purchasing activities, including vendor setup, invoice processing, and payment scheduling.
• Ensures adherence to organizational procurement policies and procedures.
• Reconciles and manages federal grant funds, including Federal 330 Grant draws.
• Tracks and manages fixed assets; maintains asset ledger and depreciation schedules.
• Ensures accurate coding and reporting of grant-related expenses.
• Prepares schedules and documentation for the annual financial audit.
• Responds to auditor inquiries and implements audit recommendations.
• Facilitates the submission of the annual 1099 forms and ensures other tax-related compliance.
• Supervises and mentors the Accounting Assistant.
• Serves as acting finance lead in the absence of the CFO.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Conducts ad hoc financial analysis to support departmental decisions.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the CFO.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Johnson Health Center in Madison Heights, VA seeks an experienced Controller to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage the general ledger, bank reconciliations, payroll reliability, and grant accounting while supporting internal controls and budgeting processes.

The role emphasizes month-end close, audit readiness, vendor management, and asset tracking, with leadership responsibilities and mentoring for the