Controller

Controller

Be appreciated for what you do, all on a beautiful campus with a family atmosphere.

The Pines at Davidson is hiring a Controller.  The Controller is responsible for all aspects of accounting information, production, compliance, and management pertaining to The Pines at Davidson.  In addition, this position monitors and manages the company’s cash position and is a valued accounting and financial consultant and resource to The Pines senior leadership and communities.  In performing these responsibilities, this position leads and manages an accounting team. The teamwork at The Pines and the appreciation of our residents are second-to-none. If you are ready to bring your skills and commitment to our beautiful setting, we would love for you to apply!

Who we are

The Pines at Davidson is a premier continuing care retirement community serving seniors who are living their best lives in a supportive and comprehensive residential and healthcare care setting. From our fitness room with heated swimming pool to our social activities to our multiple dining options for residents, The Pines is a place where you will be proud to work alongside our many dedicated top-of-the-industry team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off and more for full-time team members.

Who You Are

The Controller is responsible for all aspects of accounting operations and the accurate and timely production of resulting financial statements and reports, both external and internal. This position ensures execution of internal controls required to safeguard resources, maintains and enhances accounting systems, and implements policies and procedures to assure proper data capture and reporting. This position is responsible for the execution of the annual budget process and serves as a valued accounting and financial consultant resource to The Pines senior leadership and communities. In addition, this position monitors and manages the company’s cash position. This position leads and manages an accounting team in the execution of these responsibilities. The Controller reports to the Vice President/CFO.

QUALIFICATIONS (Includes Education, Experience, Knowledges and Abilities, Certificate or Licensure Requirements): 

• Accounting degree required; CPA preferred. 

• Must have at least 7 years’ relevant experience, including as controller or with accounting management experience, preferably in a decentralized operating environment. 

• Experience in healthcare, senior living, and/or not-for-profit is preferred 

• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office and at least one accounting software application. 

• Excellent interpersonal and professional oral/written communication skills are required. Project management experience is a plus. 

• Must be a team-oriented and self-motivated leader.  Management experience preferred. 

• Must have demonstrated ability to apply sound accounting and business principles and organize and manage multiple deliverables, deadlines and priorities in a fluid environme. 

​​​​​​​The successful candidate will have the ability to

• Lead a team in a positive, supportive, and goal-focused manner, generating engagement and performance.
• Organize accounting processes to support organizational strategy.
• Manage deliverables and apply sound accounting practices and principles within a dynamic business environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform General Ledger & Financial Reporting, bank reconciliations & cash monitoring/management 

• Lead Accounts Payable function, ensuring secure processes and timely payments. 

• Lead Accounts Receivable, ensuring accurate billing, good customer service and timely collection of outstanding charges. 

• Maintains depreciation of Fixed Assets 

• Completes tax filings and tax payments, as well as relevant third-party reporting 

• Produce monthly internal financial statements as well as quarterly and annual consolidated GAAP Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Changes in Cash Position, and annual footnote disclosures. 

• Establish and maintain effective working and advisory relationships with community Senior Leaders, department heads and administrative staff, consistent with providing efficient and mutually effective support. 

• Establish and manage internal controls within The Pines.  Produce, implement and maintain accounting-related policies and procedures, consistent with GAAP, GAAS, governance directives, and good stewardship, to support safeguarding of assets, accurate/timely financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. 

• Manage & coordinate The Pines’ annual independent audit and production of audited financial statements, and other/regulatory external audits, as necessary. 

• Maintain not-for-profit accounting and reporting, including donor accounting and management of restricted & unrestricted donations. 

• Assist in the preparation of annual disclosure statements and quarterly EMMA filings. 

• Manage the relationship with The Pines’ actuarial consultants, and the calculation/recording of Future Service Obligations, including the use of actuarial software (LifeCalc) & the accounting for and amortization of deferred entrance fees. 

• Maintain the charts of accounts. 

• Mange the accounting and reporting pertaining to The Pines’s diverse investment portfolio, including alternative investments. 

• Ensure appropriate accounting for various types of existing and potential CCRC contract arrangements. 

• Manage and coordinate multiple bank accounts and processes, including electronic transfers; maintain bank accounts/relationships as needed. 

• Review and approve invoices prior to release of A/P disbursements. 

• Assist in the review and preparation of the annual 990 tax returns. 

• Manage The Pines’s record retention policy and process. 

• Develop, maintain and manage accounting-related policies and procedures pertaining to areas of responsibility. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (AS DETERMINED USING WORKSHEET): (Include Vision, Language, Hearing, Range of Motion, Lifting Capacity, Sitting/Standing, etc.) 

1. Extended periods of sitting, walking and standing.   

1. Some driving is required.   

1. Occasionally required to lift up to 10 lbs.  

1. Repetitive use of hands includes simple grasping of less than 10 lbs. frequently; fine manipulation using keyboard and writing frequently. 

1. Sensory requirements:  Write, keyboarding, speak on phone and in person, speak to large groups, read computer monitor, hear spoken questions and comments in person, on phone and in large groups. 

1. Work performed in an indoor setting with occasional walking outdoors to various campus locations. 

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