Controller - Venice Family Clinic

Description Seeking a knowledgeable and effective leader to join our Venice Family Clinic team as a Controller. Venice Family Clinic is a leader in providing comprehensive, high-quality health care to people in need. The organization has more than 500 staff who serve 45,000 people with compassion, dignity, and respect across an area from the Santa Monica Mountains through the South Bay. We have a network of clinics, Early Head Start centers, and mobile clinics, plus an expansive street medicine program to reach people experiencing homelessness. Read more about us at venicefamilyclinic.org. In conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will oversee activities related to the implementation and maintenance of the organization’s general accounting operations. Key Duties Oversight of Venice Family Clinic’s financial operations Ensures timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting aligned to GAAP and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and other programmatic applicable regulations Leadership and management of the accounting team Management of the monthly close, budgeting, and audit processes Management of treasury functions, including banking relationships, liquidity management, and cash flow forecasting to ensure operational stability Ensures compliance with Federal grant requirements, Medicaid and Medicare billing and reconciliation and other restricted funds Supports the CFO in annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) Partners and collaborates closely with executive leadership, clinical operations, and direct financial directors to support sustainable growth and mission delivery The University of California, Los Angeles is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $95,400 - $208,300 annual. Qualifications Qualified Applicants will have CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership responsibility over accounting operations Minimum 3 years of experience in an FQHC, Community Health Center, or complex healthcare environment ($50M+ revenue) Demonstrated experience managing day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting in a regulated environment Deep knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit/fund accounting, including restricted funds and multi-funding streams Strong understanding of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), federal/state grant compliance, and Single Audit requirements Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, PPS reimbursement methodologies, and healthcare financial reporting (e.g., cost reports, UDS, OSHPD) Proven expertise in internal controls, audit management, and regulatory compliance frameworks Advanced proficiency in financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Blackbaud, Sage Intacct) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas) Proven ability to lead, develop, and scale accounting teams in complex, mission-driven organizations Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for executive and non-financial stakeholders Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and accuracy Experience driving process improvements, system implementations, and organizational change initiatives Ability to operate both strategically and tactically, managing competing priorities and meeting strict deadlines Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required during close cycles, audits, and reporting deadlines Strongly preferred At least 2 years of public accounting work experience Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field #J-18808-Ljbffr