Controller (Accounting/Billing)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Controller supervises day-to-day accounting activities, performs accounting duties, develops and improves accounting systems and carries out special projects for the Chief Financial Officer. The Controller supervises the accounting staff. The Controller must routinely exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of job duties.

BA/BS degree in accounting or CPA License.

A minimum of one year’s accounting experience, including supervisory experience. 

Knowledge of computer network structures and systems.

Experience in the use of spreadsheet, word processing, and database programs 

Two years’ work  experience in bookkeeping or accounting, including computerized systems. 

RELIABLE AND PUNCTUAL. attendance is essential;   expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.

ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS. Develops and maintains computerized   accounting and documentation systems as requested in conjunction with program   supervisors for MDS and DD Housing, Inc. Assures compliance with Federal and   State regulations and requirements. Develops and maintains knowledge   regarding accounting system trends, practices and developments, internal control. Modifies and writes reports when accounting   software does not provide adequate information. Prepares or reviews various monthly   schedules.

PAYROLL SUPPORT. Helps with bi-weekly payroll by reviewing input,   monitoring ACA compliance and 1095s, and prepares journal entry for input   into accounting software. Prepares and deposits 403B contributions with third   party administrator.

SELF INSURANCE SUPPORT. Downloads check registers from third   party administrator and save on network. Prepares bank reconciliation to   enter this activity in the general ledger

ACCOUNTING SUPERVISION. Provides direct supervision to staff   assigned to Financial Statements, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Billings to the State. Reviews and approves   Accounts Payable (A/P) invoices and reviews and initials the check log. Provides coding to cash receipts when   necessary. Compares retail inventory   to software and adjusts in general ledger as needed. Prepares and reviews all   monthly journal entries before closing for month end, and year end audit.   Reviews general ledger trial balance for unusual or incorrect entries on a   monthly basis. Prepares bank reconciliations and reviews bank reconciliations   prepared by other accounting technicians.

STAFF SUPERVISION. Develops and maintains staff work schedules and assures   staff work within scheduled hours. Routinely observes staff performance and   provides feedback, coaching and support. Promotes a teamwork approach among staff and follows up on staff   recommendations. Completes personnel forms, approves time sheets, mileage   reimbursements and overtime incurred. Participates in screening and   interviewing for open positions in the accounting department. Conducts staff   evaluations in accordance with prescribed schedule. Conducts corrective   action and termination process for staff supervised in conjunction with Chief   Financial Officer and Human Resources Department. Provides on the job   training.

BUDGET/FINANCE. Reviews financial statements and once approved they are   posted on the network and SharePoint. Prepares audit workpapers and tax forms   as requested. Reviews contracts as requested. Manages investments and obtains   rate quotes. Prepares worksheet to track the investments. Reviews investment   policy and process, recommends investment strategies and moves investments in   conjunction with Chief Financial Officer and Leadership Team. Prepares and   reviews events and restricted revenue. Renews various reports with the   Colorado Secretary and State and charitable solicitations, trademarks, census   filings, System for Awards Management (SAM) and MDS & DDH periodic   reports.

EXCEL SKILLS. Job requires good skills in Excel to include designing   worksheets, managing the data, and creating formulas, printing, and continual   training and improvement of skills.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. Assists with development of department   procedures to assure compliance with Strives policies and regulatory agency   standards. Contributes to the development of Strives investment policies

Other job-related duties as assigned.

ADDENDUM: A list of assignment specific   duties is not included as an addendum to this job description. The addendum may also identify assignment   specific job requirements/specifications.

Job Will Close 9/30/2026