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Grand Living · 4 hours ago

Controller

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Grand Living is changing the way generations embrace life and is quickly becoming an iconic brand in senior hospitality. The Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all books of business while providing leadership and insights to support decision-making.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Oversee daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly close process, general ledger, and journal entries

Manage the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Coordinate the preparation and filing of taxes, including income taxes, sales tax, and other relevant filings

Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Coordinate the closing process, including the reconciliation of accounts and preparation of detailed management reports

Provide leadership and investors with financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support decision-making

Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, ensuring the team is aligned with Grand Living's goals and performing at a high level

Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create professional development opportunities for team members

Foster a collaborative work environment and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Assist in the development of each community's annual budget, ensuring alignment with goals and financial objectives

Provide ongoing forecasting and variance analysis to ensure goals are being met

Monitor operational performance and recommend adjustments to meet budgetary targets

Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Ensure proper accounting procedures are followed across all departments

Conduct regular internal audits and work with external auditors to ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and financial regulations

Lead initiatives to improve accounting systems, processes, and workflows, with a focus on increasing efficiency and reducing errors

Stay current with industry’s best practices and regulatory changes to maintain optimal accounting operations

Qualification

Financial managementAccounting principlesCPACA designationAccounting software proficiencyFinancial reportingTax complianceLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsTeam cultureOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedIntegrityDecision-making

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) designation is highly preferred

Seven (7) or more years of experience in financial management, preferably in the senior living or healthcare industry

Three (3) or more years of experience in a leadership role managing people

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws

Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills

Ability to work with senior leadership to develop long-term financial strategies

Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills

Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and completeness

High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Strong decision-making and critical-thinking abilities

Ability to foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture

Benefits

A generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program offering 120 hours of PTO in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, and continuing to build with length of service

Affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision and more

A 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution

Automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members with a robust employee assistance program (EAP)