DEPARTMENT: ACCOUNTING

POSITION TITLE: DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/CONTROLLER

RESPONSIBLE TO: CFO

EXPOSURE LEVEL: III

EXEMPTION STATUS: EXEMPT

SUMMARY:

The Director of Accounting is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing St. John’s United accounting functions. This role ensures financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making. As a key member of St. John’s United leadership, the Director collaborates with executive leadership and guides the Business Office team in delivering timely and precise financial reporting for a dynamic non-profit corporation with multiple subsidiaries and a foundation.

The ideal candidate is a people-first professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to continuous growth. They will play a pivotal role in driving positive change and financial stewardship within our mission-driven organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve vendor invoices for payment
• Oversee billing operations, cash receipts, and revenue reconciliation
• Reconcile intercompany accounts
• Review and approve bi-weekly payroll and quarterly reporting submissions
• Reconcile investment accounts
• Maintain fixed asset depreciation schedules
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries to the general ledger
• Generate and distribute monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Perform variance analysis communicate key drivers to senior leadership
• Coordinate with grant managers to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements and timely submission of expenditure reports
• Collaborate with the CFO, CEO, and leadership team to develop and monitor the annual budget
• Develop financial reports, models, and projections for internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit, providing work papers and documentation
• Provide work papers and oversee preparation of the IRS Form 990 tax returns with the external accounting firm
• Prepare work papers for Medicare and Medicaid cost reports
• Assist with the design and implementation of accounting practices and internal controls that satisfy audit requirements
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of six veteran business office professionals
• Provide financial education and support to department managers on budgeting and financial statement interpretation
• Attend board meetings as needed, and work with the CEO, CFO, and Foundation Director on financial presentations and discussions
• Participate in Leadership Development Group and special committees on occasion
• Support the CFO with additional accounting functions as needed
• Assist and support the Payroll Coordinator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Mission & Customer Service

Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.

Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service

• Let the Mission be your guide
• Make eye contact and smile
• Greet & welcome each and every person
• Seek out personal contact
• Provide immediate service-listen & act
• Use appropriate body language at all times
• Be gracious to each & every person

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Safety & Employee Responsibilities

A primary goal for employees is to return home at the end of a day healthy and injury free. An “it starts with me” attitude is important for this to happen. Employees of St. John’s United are expected to:

• Obey safety rules of St. John’s United
• If you see a safety hazard, correct it immediately (if you can do it without risk of personal injury) or notify your supervisor immediately
• Follow policies and procedures for TB testing, annual influenza vaccinations, and other organization health care protocols
• Stay current on mandatory online training

REQUIREMENTS:

• Confident and experienced in accounting, with deep knowledge of GAAP principles, business operations, and financial technologies.
• Minimum of five years in accounting, ideally within the healthcare sector or nonprofit environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• Certified Public Accountant, or actively pursuing licensure with near completion or eligibility.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance reimbursements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using financial software; familiarity with PointClickCare, Paylocity, and Fixed Assets CS is a plus.
• Highly analytical, meticulous, and exceptionally organized—someone who naturally “sweats the small stuff” and thrives on precision.
• Builds positive relationships and communicates with empathy, even under pressure or on hard days. Values collaboration and contributes to a healthy workplace culture.
• Meets deadlines consistently, delivers complete and accurate work, and maintains a reliable presence within the team.
• Supervisory experience and demonstrated success in fostering high performance and team satisfaction.
• Embrace our mission and lead with integrity and enthusiasm.
• Understands Payroll and payroll laws
• Experience with WorkDay HRIS and Accounting Software preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a sedentary position in a traditional office environment requiring nearly 100% of the day working on a computer. It will require occasional bending, standing, and reaching activities. The work does not involve frequent exposure to hazards, bloodborne pathogens, or other physical risks. There will be occasional exposure to plants and animals.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

At St. John’s United, we pride ourselves on the strong, supportive culture within our business office and across the organization. We invite others to join us in our mission and unwavering commitment to giving the best of ourselves, doing what is right, and enjoying the camaraderie of dedicated coworkers. Our business office team is an experienced group, and this opening has arisen due to internal leadership transitions: our Controller and CFO are stepping into new roles within the organization.

We continually strive for excellence and improvement—both in our industry and in the communities we serve. At St. John’s United, we honor quality of life and promote a healthy balance between personal and professional fulfillment for everyone on our team

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Work Location: In person