Financial Controller

Financial Controller

WCMHS is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting functions of the agency. With the Assistant CFO, CFO, and Senior Management Teams you will build and maintain critical trusted relationships with leadership and external business associates.

This position ensures the financial integrity of the agency by managing accurate financial records, timely reporting, and effective accounting operations that support the organization's core mission. Well-run finance and administrative departments help our teams providing services focus more on the community and less on chasing down accounting questions.

Summary of Duties

• Manage the month end closing process.
• Prepares for and leads the annual audit.
• Conduct and analyze account reconciliations monthly.
• Full understanding of the Accounting functions of WCMHS and ability to review, analyze and verify the accuracy of financial statements and documents of the agency.
• Attend internal and external agency meetings and represent WCMHS accurately and professionally.
• Accounting software management for the Agency.
• Run, review, and analyze financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is between $107,000 and $112,000 commensurate with experience and education.

WCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement contribution matching. Our industry-leading paid time off package includes 12.5 flexible holidays and 12 days each of sick vacation days accumulated in year one of employment.

Sample of Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or related field with extensive accounting training, along with a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training.
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, and make effective presentations to senior management, employees, or funding sources.
• Strong computer literacy including Excel, Word, and Outlook, with knowledge of or ability to learn Sage Intacct Accounting Software and Paycom HRIS.
• Good organizational skills and effective people skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is critical.
• Direct supervision experience of the Accounting Supervisor and Accounting Clerk.

Working Conditions

The work is usually done in an office setting with a quiet noise level, requiring an employee to regularly sit, walk, stand, talk, hear, and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds with close vision and adjustable focus.

About the Agency

For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”

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