Controller

Pemberton and Associates has been retained by InterMed, Maine’s largest physician owned primary care practice, headquartered in South Portland for their Controller search. This newly created role would join a driven leadership team in a fast-paced, high potential, growing organization. The Controller would oversee one direct report and work closely with the CFO. There is a competitive base and discretionary bonus package, as well as profit sharing. Staff are primarily onsite with remote work capabilities when needed. Below is the job description. Should this be of interest to you, contact Cate Rafferty at cmr@pembertonhr.com for more information or apply below.

SUMMARY

Working under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a system of internal controls, budgeting and forecasting and audits that will ensure company assets are adequately safeguarded; development and maintenance of the company’s operational and capital budgets; and that all financial reporting, including corporate taxes, are prepared in compliance with relevant accounting standards, laws, and regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops, implements, and ensures (routine audits) internal control policies and procedures are in place to provide reasonable assurance that the company assets are protected. Collaborate with the external auditors to determine the need for new policies and procedures and/or changes to current policies and procedures.
• Leads the company’s annual budget process, including oversight of the Budget & Forecasting Financial Analyst in the annual budgeting process and provides first level oversight.
• Leads the company’s multi-year financial forecasting process.
• Assists Director of Finance with “budget to actual” performance analyses.
• Ensures budget system and accounting processes and reporting are monitored and makes recommendations for corrective action and/or improvements.
• Assist the Director of Finance with oversight of the annual financial audit. This includes organizing the content and managing the timeline that is required to complete the audits in a timely manner.
• Work with the Chief Financial Officer and the finance team to document current processes and identify opportunities to streamline. This includes the implementation of a digital and automated accounts’ payable environment.
• Develops and maintains financial forecasting and risk mitigation models.
• Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective actions.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making including corporate investment strategies.
• Collaborate with the Operations Directors and Practice Managers to identify cost saving and revenue enhancement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Operations Directors and Practice Managers to improve communication, explanation, and forecasting of budget variances.
• Oversees the company’s Physician Compensation Plan for employed and Shareholder. physicians and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of payment in accordance with established parameters.
• Other duties as assigned by department and organizational leadership.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Certified Public Account (CPA) required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience using data analytics to inform decision making is required.
• The ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Excellent time management, organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and/or government law.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required. Advanced Excel modeling is essential.
• Knowledge of an accounting and budgeting software application is required; experience with Sage and Prophix is preferred.
• Able to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate and uphold InterMed’s Values.