Controller

Penobscot Community Health Care is excited to offer an opportunity to serve as Controller for Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC). The selected candidate will report to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining financial integrity. This role involves supervising accounting functions, managing budget budgets, preparing financial reports, and supporting financial decision-making processes. The Controller plays a key role in ensuring the organization operates efficiently and remains financially sound, while providing critical insights to senior management for strategic planning.

Position location and schedule expectations: This is a full-time, salaried, benefit-eligible position, generally Monday through Friday. This role is a fully remote position, where candidate will be expected to be available and working during the business hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST. Candidate must be eligible per PCHC’s Telecommuting Policy.

What you’ll do:

Financial Reporting and Oversight:

• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure that financial statements are in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), FQHC – specific regulations, and applicable federal and state healthcare guidelines.
• Prepare and present quarterly financial reports to Senior Leadership
• Responsible for overseeing and managing the financial activities of the organization’s subsidiaries, ensuring the accuracy of the financial records.
  
  

Budgeting and Financial Planning:

• Lead the development of the annual budget, ensuring that it aligns with PCHC’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Monitor the organization’s financial performance against budgeted goals and provide variance analysis.
• Collaborate with department heads to track and control costs, identifying opportunities for operational efficiency and cost savings.
  
  

Accounting and General Ledger:

• Manage all aspects of the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Ensure proper allocation of expenses, revenue recognition, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and FQHC funding sources.
• Oversee payroll processing and reconciliation, ensuring timely and accurate payment to staff.
  
  

Regulatory Compliance and Audit:

• Prepare for and coordinate annual audits, including working with external auditors to ensure all audit requirements are met.
• Ensure the proper filing of required financial reports and documents with federal and state agencies, including tax returns and grant reports.
• Gather data for annual UDS report.
  
  

Cash Management and Internal Controls:

• Oversee the organization’s cash flow, ensuring liquidity for operations, investments, and other financial needs.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard the FQHC's assets and prevent fraud or mismanagement.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring that all payments and collections are handled promptly and accurately.
  
  

Grants and Contracts Management:

• Ensure that all grants and contracts, including those from federal, state, and private funding sources, are properly accounted for and reported.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, including cost allocation, reporting, and documentation.
• Work closely with grant management teams to ensure proper use of funds and adherence to terms and conditions.
  
  

Who we are:

• We care for the whole person, offering an integrated Medical Home Model
• We create environments in which respect, collaboration, and inclusion are valued.
• We show a “yes we can, together” attitude.
• We are on the cutting edge of innovation in healthcare.
• We solve for social determinants of health.
• We take our work seriously and steward the best interests of our patients and communities every day.
• Mission-driven.
  
  

Who you are:

• You have a strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and healthcare financial regulations.
• You are proficient in Excel and other financial management tools.
• You have a strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, including management and the board of directors.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and senior management.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements and demonstrate compliance in a healthcare setting.
• Strong ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality regarding financial matters.
  
  

You should apply if:

• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management or accounting, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Experience with non-profit accounting principles and practices is preferred.
• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Masters or CPA is preferred.
• You should have knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement processes for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and knowledge of MaineCare and Medicare regulations.
  
  

Curious, or interested to learn more? Please reach out to our Manager of Talent Acquisition, Vanessa Worcester at [email protected].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.