Controller - SGA Inc.
Aurora, IL
About the Job
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Controller for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Healthcare clients in Aurora , IL.
Responsibilities:
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
Responsibilities:
- Develops and maintains adequate financial internal controls to ensure financial statements are appropriately stated.
- Ensures all accounting functions are conducted in accordance with GAAP.
- Ensures financial statements for all organizations are accurate with the goal of no audit adjustments from external auditors at year end.
- Works with external audit leadership to resolve any outstanding audit issues.
- Directs the development and maintenance of financial reports and systems to support Leaders with the organization.
- Analyzes and presents financial information to Senior Management, Board, Medical Staff, as required.
- Ensures all third party reporting (tax returns, surveys, etc) are completed accurately and on time.
- Leads organization in recognizing cost reduction and revenue enhancement initiatives.
- Ensures cash and investments are maintained with appropriate internal controls, policies, and records.
- Responsible for making certain cash and investment results are consistent with desired Corporate objectives.
- Coordinates all cash receipt disbursements and application polices to ensure adherence to established policies.
- Assists in developing and maintaining excellent relationships within the financial communities (Banks, Investment Brokers, Insurance Companies etc).
- Responsible for projecting cash flow projections on a weekly and monthly basis as needed.
- Serves as the point of contact with banks, investment managers, and other financial organizations.
- Works with VP and Treasurer on obtaining debt financing.
- Oversees the development and maintenance of systems and procedures to optimize reimbursement from third party payers including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross and Managed Care companies.
- Ensures third party reserves are appropriately recorded and monitored.
- Completes managed care contract review/negotiation as requested.
- Develops the annual budget in accordance with strategic initiatives for all entities
- Directs financial analysis and planning to support requests and needs of Leadership.
- Ensures accuracy and optimal use of Decision Support and Cost Accounting systems.
- Presents Budget and Financial Analysis to Senior Management and the Board as required.
- Negotiates and finalizes annual insurance renewals with brokers and insurance companies.
- Directs the completion of the 3-year and 10-year financial plans in conjunction with the firm.
- Works with third party tax preparers to review the annual 990 federal and state tax returns for all entities.
- Works with the Legal Department to review all new and proposed IRS ruling and regulations which could impact the 501(c)(3) status of any entities.
- Review all annual property tax assessments for reasonableness and file appeals with county assessors as needed.
- Develops the tangible/intangible asset breakdown for all physician and other healthcare acquisitions including working with third party tax preparers to complete IRS 8594 form.
- Other duties as necessary
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 10 to 15 years of management experience.
- CPA required.
- Prefer previous experience in healthcare or healthcare consulting environment.
- Proficient knowledge of information technology.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- MBA
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
Source : SGA Inc.