Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring for a Controller in Pittsfield!

Job Description

The Controller will be responsible for the hands-on oversight of finance, accounting, and reporting activities. This role involves collaborating with leadership and other directors to guide and implement financial and programmatic strategies. The emphasis on reporting requires a close focus on the finance function and strategic programmatic oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Design and maintain accounting systems to produce timely, accurate, and relevant financial data for decision-making and external reporting.
• Manage financial operations, including cash flow, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Assist the CFAO in establishing and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures related to revenues, cash flow, expenses, and financial reporting.
• Support the CFAO in preparing accurate and timely financial reports, including annual Uniform Financial Reports (UFR) and tax filings.
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Develop and present pro forma budgets and projections for programmatic and financial planning.
• Lead regular financial and productivity reviews with program leadership to align financial metrics with programmatic outcomes.
• Assist in coordinating annual independent audits and compliance audits, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local laws.
• Ensure compliance with FASB standards and funding agency requirements.
• Oversee financial, project/program, and grant accounting, ensuring alignment of expenditures with grant budgets.
• Collaborate with program staff to prepare and monitor budgets for proposals, service contracts, and funding amendments.
• Provide training and guidance to finance and accounting staff to ensure professional development and operational excellence.
• Represent the organization in financial matters with external stakeholders, including financial institutions, auditors, and public officials.
• Oversee the performance of invested assets, ensuring compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within financial operations.
• Participate in relevant training that supports professional development in this role.

Essential Skills

• Forecasting and reconciliation skills.
• Proficiency in month-end reporting and contract review for budget development.
• Ability to meet with divisional leaders monthly to discuss budgets and forecasts.
• Strong accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, and balance sheet skills.
• Proficiency with financial management software and EHR billing systems.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably in a non-profit healthcare setting.
• Experience in data architecture, data analytics, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting, including Massachusetts state contracting and UFR preparation.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse population and work collaboratively within the organization.
• Ability to manage complex projects, prioritize, delegate, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to represent the organization professionally in community and stakeholder interactions.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment with a standard Monday-Friday, 37.5-hour work week. There is flexibility for a hybrid or remote arrangement for the right candidate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Provided by client upon offer letter being sent.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Pittsfield,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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