Controller at Nexus Family Healing

Plymouth, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

180000.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial reporting, Accounting principles, Financial planning, General ledger, Audit management, Cash flow management, Staff supervision, Internal controls, Budgeting, Nonprofit accounting, GAAP, FASB, Treasury functions, Process improvement, Financial analysis, Mentoring

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Nexus Family Healing is looking to hire a Controller to join our fantastic Finance department! For more than 50 years, Nexus has empowered thousands of children, families, and adults to find hope and healing. What started in 1972 as a single program in Minnetonka, Minnesota has grown into a nationally recognized network across five states. As a progressive leader in youth and family mental health, we’re driven by a clear mission: to close gaps in care and create brighter futures for those we serve. At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity. Pay and Schedule: Full-time Hybrid from Minnesota opportunity. Must be able to work in office 3 days a week. Starting salary range: $150,000-$180,000 annually Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include: Five weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment Multiple options for health insurance coverage No-cost life insurance Short/long-term disability insurance 401k match NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit Tuition assistance and training opportunities Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more! Position Summary: Our Controller will support all Nexus business entities and agencies by providing supervision, guidance, and oversight of financial reporting processes; ensure accuracy of financial reporting data; ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and procedures. Oversee the day-to-day activities of the corporate accounting department; analyze financial performance. Primary responsibilities: Financial Planning & Reporting Ensures the timely and accurate preparation, review, and distribution of the monthly financial statements including the Chart of accounts; communicates financial results and metrics to senior management Ensures the timely and accurate recording of all transactional accounting data to the general ledger. Ensures accounting systems, procedures, and controls are in place and integrated to support effective accounting practices and audits. Prepares audit-ready financial statements and schedules as well as the Form 990s. Analyzes financial performance in general and against budget and identify positive/negative problems/trends that warrant discussion with management team members. Collaborate with the Director of Accounting and CFO on cash flow management; provides organizational information and direction when appropriate. Lead new business/post-acquisition integration and implementation into Nexus’ accounting systems and ensure the subsidiaries’ adoption of Nexus’ key accounting policies and procedures. Leadership & Staff Development Directly supervises the Home Office Accounts Payable Coordinators Provides leadership, supervision and mentoring to accounting team direct reports; provides meaningful and consistent performance feedback including providing annual performance evaluations. Provides guidance to staff; provides consultation and assistance to senior leaders on financial performance issues; provides context and education around accounting principles as needed. Participates in the recruitment and selection of accounting support staff at the home office and agencies; works to build high performing and successful teams rooted in the same mission and goals. Ensure ongoing training and development of staff to enhance technical competency; serves as an engaging leader who acknowledges, engages, rewards and recognizes employees. Communicates and sets clearly defined performance expectations; ensures staff understands and performs their work in an efficient and high-quality manner. Evaluates staff members on work performance standards, accomplishments, and developmental goals. Financial Policy, Procedure & Compliance Enforces, maintains and continually reviews a system of internal controls over the accounting transactions to ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Oversees the internal auditing function for the company and helps the Director of Accounting in managing the external audit process for all entities by ensuring that the audit process is performed in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. Reviews, develops, and applies appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and controls to be used at all agencies; collaborates with the Vice President of Finance on cost reporting, budget, and compliance. Ensures Nexus and individual agencies are in compliance with all property tax filings and payments; stays apprised of and exhausts all of all tax credits, opportunities and tax advantages, in individual states. Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement in existing business processes that impact Finance; participates in the development and implementation of process and procedural improvement. Ensures financial compliance with federal, state, and local government laws, regulations, accrediting agency standards and Nexus policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Assures controls are in place to safeguard assets of the organization; ensures internal controls are being followed and carry out when applicable (i.e., Payroll register) Financial Operations & Third-Party Administration Monitors the financial performance and cash management of the self-funded health insurance plan (VEBA); prepares financial statements and schedules for the annual VEBA and 401(k) audits. Provides oversight to ensure integrity of accounting and filing systems, and the prompt payment and collection of Account Payable and Accounts Receivable activities and statements. Maintains positive working relationships with company’s banking institutions; assists the CFO in establishing and managing corporate treasury functions, including the company credit card administration. Administers, monitors, and audits the company credit card processes and systems. Company Policy, Training & Values Attends staff meetings and training sessions as required by Nexus; understands, applies and supports Nexus policies procedures, philosophy and treatment modalities. Demonstrates and applies knowledge and experience in all areas of nonprofit accounting and finance management including extensive knowledge of GAAP and FASB rules and regulations. Possesses solid working knowledge and experience with accounting related information systems and technology; stays apprised of technology advances that will benefit the financial function. Requirements Required Education and Licensure: MBA or Master's degree in a related field Minimum of 5 years of Controller specific experience required, preferably in a not-for-profit organization At least 2 years supervisory experience Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements Preferred Education and Experience: CPA certification preferred Auditing experience preferred Experience within a non-profit organization preferred Experience within a healthcare setting preferred ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies: Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy, care, and concern Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!

Responsibilities

The Controller oversees financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies. They also provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team while collaborating with senior management on financial performance and strategic planning.