Controller

Company Summary

If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include company matching 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.

Job Summary

The Controller is responsible for leading the company general ledger preparation and subsequent financial statement reporting and acts as a subject matter professional to ensure company compliance with respect to US GAAP. This position will review significant accounting estimates and equity instruments, manages engagements with external auditors and tax preparers, manages special projects, and completes ad hoc reporting for Senior Management. This position is also charged with the oversight of the accounts payable, treasury and cash management functions.  In addition, this position will oversee the Accounting Manager and other direct reports.   

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the timely execution and ensures accuracy of the accounting close process led by the Accounting manager
• Plans, coordinates, and manages the year end close audit with external audit partners
• Manages other external stakeholder interim audits or financial reviews
• Develops and maintains accounting policies and procedures
• Plans for and implements changes in accounting guidance or changes of accounting method in accordance with US GAAP
• Ensures successful completion and timely filing of the company’s tax filings
• Prepares consolidated financial statements for both internal and external stakeholders
• Plans for and manages company’s liquidity needs and oversees cash flow
• Hires, trains, and develops accounting staff
• Oversees and manages cash disbursement activity led by the Accounts Payable manager
• Builds and retains partnerships with other internal company department management and supports operational requests as needed
• Supports the Executive Management team with ad hoc requests and resolution of issues as needed

Other Responsibilities:

• Create and support a positive, professional. Team-orientated, harassment free work environment by understanding and complying with company policies
• Regular and consistent attendance is expected
• Other Duties as assigned

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years experience in Accounting, prior management experience preferred
• Experience with performing complex accounting research and technical activities
• Experience with accounting general ledger ERP software, experience with Financial Force preferred
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.

Physical Requirements

AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees.  The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws

• Prolonged sitting at a desk
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Public Accountant designation required

Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervises an Accounting Manager, Senior and Staff Accountants

Other Work Requirements

• Travel Percentage - <10%
• Expected Hours of work Full-Time Monday-Friday.

American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer.  American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.