Strategic Controller: Finance & Audit Leadership

LeadingAge Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan with company  

Education Program to offer financial

Paid Holidays

Free parking

Job summary

LeadingAge Virginia is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function, ensure GAAP compliance, and provide strategic financial support to leadership. The role oversees general ledger, reporting, budgeting, audits, and internal controls in a healthcare-focused nonprofit environment.

The Controller will collaborate with the CFO on accounting design, manage cash, and supervise year-end close and audit activities, while guiding staff through complex financial analyses and regulatory

Qualifications

• Understanding of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Experience in general ledger accounting, endowment and restricted asset reporting, investments, tax compliance, audits, and budgeting.
• Proficient with general ledger systems and Excel.
• Strong financial reporting and leadership communication.
• Experience in long-term care or CCRC setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, payroll, and cash management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and schedules.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and recommendations.
• Collaborate with CFO on GL design and account maintenance.
• Coordinate bank reconciliations and cash management protocols.
• Lead annual audit preparation and ensure accurate financial statements.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals with timely data.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Endowment reporting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

General ledger systems

Job description

LeadingAge Virginia is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function, ensure GAAP compliance, and provide strategic financial support to leadership. The role oversees general ledger, reporting, budgeting, audits, and internal controls in a healthcare-focused nonprofit environment.

The Controller will collaborate with the CFO on accounting design, manage cash, and supervise year-end close and audit activities, while guiding staff through complex financial analyses and regulatory