Controller (Kansas City market)

Vision Integrated Partners has a fantastic job opportunity in our accounting sector. We are seeking an Controller to oversee our Kansas City market. This position is based on-site at our Discover Vision location in Independence, MO, with a 10% local travel to area clinic offices.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for directing all of the fiscal functions of the Kansas City clinics, including forecasting, budgeting, accrual entries, accounts receivable, cash/AP management, and local tax filings. Ensures integrity and maintains financial accounting systems. Presents quarterly financials to executive leadership and partner physicians.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial Operations

• Develops and plans department objectives with Controller, VP of Finance, and staff, including short and long-range accounting programs in budgeting, profit analysis, accounting systems, and internal auditing.
• Directs financial accounting functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting of clinic financial information.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Ensures the timely payment of current liabilities to creditors, proper recording and control of cash receipts, recording of fixed assets, and development of adequate procedures, instructions, controls, records, and reports.
• Works with Controller to develop and approve financial statements, including balance sheets, profit/loss statements, and analysis of variances in accounts, ratios, income/expenses, and investment analysis, e.g. effects of fee changes on costs and profits, return on investment.
• Develops and monitors the internal audit program to ensure adequate internal financial controls. Oversees monthly review statements. Coordinates any audit activities or projects.
• Assists with the development and implementation of the annual capital and administrative budgets, as well as financial and credit policies of the clinics.
• Directs, forecasts, and analyzes the impact of special projects or new services and acquisitions, e.g. proposed facilities and equipment purchases.
• Assists the Controller and other management staff in the preparation of major clinic financial reports. Reviews and recommends new operating procedures.
• Develops, implements, and maintains accounting policies and procedures regarding patient accounts and reimbursements by patients, insurance, and other third-party payers.
• Directs the preparation of statistical information and reports for management, government, and other agencies.
• Assists with the selection and training of departmental personnel.
• Participates in performance evaluation and recommends merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions.
• Attends various meetings with management and department staff to review and discuss financial matters.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises Senior Accountant and Staff Accountant supporting the Kansas City market. Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings to ensure a smooth flow of communication, effective workflow, and follow-up on goals and objectives. Frequent communication with senior management regarding financial issues, banking, accounts receivable, and cash flow management is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. B.S. in Finance/Accounting.
2. 5-7 years of progressively responsible accounting management experience, including two years in a healthcare organization.
3. Knowledge of accounting software and conversion process.
4. Knowledge of clinical strategic business objectives is a plus.
5. Knowledge of and ability to apply management principles.
6. Knowledge of cash flow components.
7. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
8. Knowledge of local tax requirements.
9. Knowledge of payroll process.
10. Skill in research to learn and apply local, state, and federal laws.
11. Ability to maintain confidential and proprietary clinic information.
12. Ability to communicate across functional lines, various levels, and departments within the organization.
13. Hands-on self-starter with a strong sense of urgency.
14. Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
15. Gains cooperation and support from department team members.
16. Excellent interpersonal skills.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a wide variety of instructions.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

· Communicates openly and concisely.

· Exhibits good verbal (1 to 1 and 1 to group) communication skills.

· Identifies and resolves communication barriers (involving self/others).

· Writes effective reports and memos.

· Conducts and communicates effectively in meetings and financial reviews.

· Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization.

· Develop creative ideas and innovative approaches to improve teamwork, patient care, work processes, productivity, or reporting.

DECISION MAKING

· Plans and organizes own work.

· Recognizes when a system or process is not producing the desired results.

· Determines the cause of problems before taking action.

· Gather relevant information before meeting/decision.

· Systematically generates and evaluates alternatives before making a decision.

· Thinks in a logical, disciplined manner.

· Manages time efficiently.

· Manages multiple assignments simultaneously.

INTERPERSONAL AND TEAM

· Facilitates communication.

· Solicits constructive and critical feedback for self-development.

· Develop relationships that establish a sense of openness, concern, confidence, and trust.

· Gains cooperation and action from team members.

· Modifies style to be appropriate for each situation.

· Solicits/listens actively to the opinions and suggestions of others.

· Confronts people's problems and resolves conflict.

INITIATIVE

· Takes responsibility for personal actions.

· Achieves results on time and within budget.

· Develop work skills to enrich current job and/or accept additional responsibilities.

· Takes appropriate action as problems or opportunities arise.

· Recognizes and acts upon opportunities for continuous improvement.

· Volunteers to help others when a need is identified.

· Respond to requests, suggestions, and leadership from management willingly and openly.

· Understand team members’ needs and requirements.

· Monitors overall team members’ satisfaction with the work environment.

LEADERSHIP

· Creates an enthusiastic, positive work environment.

· Promotes unified culture and systems.

· Possesses a commitment to quality and excellence.

· Set a proper example for others to follow.

· Sets priorities with a proper sense of importance.

· Follows through on assignments to ensure successful completion.

· Balances the big picture with day-to-day requirements and details.

· Values diversity in culture, ethnic background, thought, etc..

· Maintains composure when dealing with emergencies and crises.

MEASUREMENT CRITERIA

• Annual performance review specific to the job responsibilities and expectations set forth herein.
• Analysis of actual practice financial performance versus budgeted expectations.
• Ability to produce, analyze, and interpret financial data to facilitate achievement of business plan goals.

LOCATION AND TRAVEL:

Assistant Controller is expected to be onsite at the administrative office in Independence, MO. 10% local travel to other clinics within the Kansas City market for quarterly financial reviews and as needed.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and want our team members to thrive personally and professionally. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a comprehensive wellness package that includes exciting benefits such as:

• Excellent health insurance benefits
• Generous 401k matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Free counseling and support services
• Employee Perk Package

Have what it takes... consider joining our dynamic team. Apply Now!