MAX Surgical Specialty Management Looking for Controller at Hackensack, NJ Full Time

Job Title: Controller

Location: 505 Main Street, Hackensack NJ (Hybrid)

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary:

As the Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing and directing the financial operations of our organization. You will be responsible for leading and managing accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and financial controls to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. This position requires a strong background in accounting, financial management, and leadership skills. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the CFO and other departments to drive financial success and support strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Policy and Procedure Development:

• Develop and maintain accounting and payroll policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP and payroll regulations.
• Assemble and maintain a formal accounting manual to guide financial processes and practices.

Compliance Oversight:

• Ensure organizational compliance with accounting and payroll policies and procedures.
• Accountable for the Material Event Change (MEC) process and workflows, including the design, development, and review of workpapers for accuracy and completeness, as well as reviewing and approving journal entries.

General Ledger Management:

• Oversee the general ledger and supporting systems, including chart of accounts and general ledger design.
• Manage integrations with other systems to maintain accurate and complete financial records.

Financial Reporting and Audit:

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and lead the audit process to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Plan and oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and tax strategy.

Payroll and Revenue Oversight:

• Review payroll procedures and analyses, including physician compensation calculations and payment.
• Collaborate with Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) for revenue recognition and reconciliations and with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for accounts receivable and patient refunds.

Financial Analysis and Budgeting:

• Execute ad hoc financial analyses to support Material Event Change (MEC) and budget variance analysis.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets.
• Review and approve financial analyses, including 13-week cash flow forecasts and bank covenant compliance.

Leadership and Staff Development:

• Train and oversee staff to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports and other team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; CPA highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of related senior-level accounting experience.
• Willing to consider individuals ready for a leadership role.
• Experience in healthcare and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is desired.