Overall Summary: The Controller will partner with department directors (and managers) at least quarterly to discuss the monthly finance reporting, focused on labor and expense performance. Responsible for annual operating and capital budget preparation. Supervise and participate in quarterly reforecast preparation including financial projection, cash flow and risk/opportunities assessment. The Controller will ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed timely and ensure compliance with policies and GAAP. Oversee and participate in completion of monthly close report due to CFO and CEO. The Controller will meet with department directors insuring that LMRS labor reporting system data and reporting remains relevant to budget. Attend promptly to the administrative details of the position including the signing of documents, preparation of reports, completion of performance appraisals and other related duties as assigned. Essential Responsibilities: Under the general direction of Chief Financial Officer, the Controller performs a variety of complex, professional, analytical, and confidential Financial services. Duties include: * Oversee the activities of the accounting department to ensure the accurate and timely dissemination of financial reports including internal and external monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Maintain internal controls and safeguards for cash, revenue and expenditures while ensuring the integrity of all systems, processes and data. * Ensure TLD revenues and expenses are timely and accurately stated. * Ensure adequate information is available to file IRS form 990 and oversee the process of tax preparation with our outside accounting firm. * Ensure timely and accurate filing and payment of monthly sales and use taxes. * Manage the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable. * Prepare cash flow projections on an ongoing basis. * Maintain fixed asset system and properly record depreciation of TLD fixed assets and the disposal of assets as needed. * Collaborate with the Human Resources department, ensure timely payroll processing and funding. Accurately record bi-weekly payroll into the general ledger as incurred. * Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations as needed. * Oversee annual financial audit and act as liaison to independent audit firm to ensure audit process runs smoothly. * Establish regular reporting for costs, expenses and funding sources associated with all capital projects, regardless of size. Monitor spending against budget and any potential cost overruns. * Ensure new accounting standards are properly implemented and attend professional development on an annual basis to understand any new accounting guidance and literature. * Track lease obligations and debt balances, including notification dates when a lease is about to expire. * Set up restricted accounts in accordance with donor specifications and monitor for compliance. Provide donor schedules of accounts as requested. * Maintain overall commercial and D&O insurance policies, discuss renewal strategies and price points with our insurance advisor, and assist with processing claims. * Facilitate the receipt, sale, cash transfer and the accounting of donor stock gifts. * Ensure proper management of all credit cards issued to employees, and control access as appropriate. * Process wire transfers as needed and ensure all internal controls and approvals are obtained and documented. * Complete and submit monthly, quarterly or annual required compliance documents to TLD's banks related to our debt requirements; and any governmental permit or taxing agencies. Secondary Responsibilities: * Attend workshops, training, and meetings as needed, and as requested. * Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Qualifications: Required Education, Experience, and Training: * BS in Accounting. MBA preferred. * CPA; or working towards; preferred * MUST be tech savvy. * Proven track record in a financial role for 10+ years, preferred. * Non-profit accounting including familiarity of form 990 preparation and management of restricted funds, preferred. * Advanced knowledge of accounting software; solid Excel skills. * Experience with Donor Perfect (CRM), Galaxy Gateway (POS), Intacct (Financial) and/or Adaptive (Budgeting) software; preferred. * A self-starter who is able to work independently and with departmental and financial teams. * Ability to develop and train staff in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals; provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization, and create and promote a positive and supportive work environment. * Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and unwavering commitment to The Living Desert's mission. * Strong attention to detail. * Solid experience in managing accounting activities including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and payroll and financial statement preparation. * Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation. * Able to work flexible hours as necessary to meet deadlines. * Must have a valid California driver's license (to operate TLD's vehicles) with reliable transportation. Preferred Education, Experience, Training: * Experience in health care finance, including third party reimbursement mechanisms and Federal guidelines on budgeting and reporting. * Knowledge of federal/state/county regulations for grants and contracts. * Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party policies and procedures. Work Conditions: Travel locally to visit other sites, may require a day or overnight trip to attend events; workload may be demanding at times; require professionalism and confidentiality. Physical Demands: This position requires: * Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical, clinical and administrative office environment, with some bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 25 pounds. * Manual dexterity for tasks involving standard office equipment and computer keyboard, including repetitive movements, such as typing. * Traveling to work sites, including some exposure to outside elements. * Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations, requiring adherence to extensive safety precautions and possibly the use of protective equipment. Confidential Employee: A confidential employee is someone who helps formulate management policies regarding worker conditions and has access to confidential information that helps formulate those labor policies. Some possible examples of confidential employee job titles are: secretaries, assistants to supervisors or managers, and anyone in labor relations departments or HR. If a worker is typically in management meetings, but not a manager themselves, they may well be a confidential employee. These are personnel who assist and act in a confidential capacity to management personnel, or as someone who has regular access to confidential information re: bargaining strategy or changes the employer anticipates may result from the collective bargaining process. Supervises: * Accounting Manager