Frontida Assisted Living
JOB SUMMARY
The Controller will lead the financial operations of a small private assisted living company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, internal controls, and insightful reporting to support strategic decisions. This role is hands‑on and will combine leadership, accounting, budgeting, and operational finance in a regulated senior living environment. The Controller plays a key role in financial planning, budgeting, and supporting strategic decision‑making within the organization. This role also have oversight of community Business Office Managers where appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5–10 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or controller‑level position.
Background in healthcare or senior living operations preferred.
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Reach Reporting, Concur, Expensify, Sage Intacct, Excel, and Paylocity.
Strong understanding of Medicaid billing and senior care reimbursement models.
Proven ability to lead system conversions and implement SOPs.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Detail‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
DUTIES The Controller will be responsible for the below job duties including but not limited to:
Accounting & Financial Management
Manage the general ledger and month‑end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.
Prepare and review financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.
Conduct standard and complex account reconciliations across multiple entities.
Oversee intercompany invoicing, transfers, and eliminations. This accounting function manages and reconciles internal transactions across a group of related companies to ensure the consolidated financial statements reflect only external business activity.
Lead annual cost build (budgeting and cost planning) and year‑end financial close processes.
Collect, process commission statements, expense allocations, and department‑level reporting.
Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Management
Oversee AP and AR cycles to ensure timely payments, collections, and accurate records.
Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity to support operations.
Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
Support purchasing controls, vendor relations, and internal procurement approvals.
Supervise Medicaid billing, collections, and reconciliations with operational teams.
Monitor and optimize working capital.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
Prepare annual budgets and forecasts with community input and with appropriate departments.
Analyze budget performance and provide variance reports and cost‑improvement recommendations.
Conduct margin, occupancy, and cost‑per‑resident analyses.
Provide financial insights and projections to support strategic planning at both property and portfolio levels.
System Oversight & Process Improvement
Manage and optimize the use of accounting and payroll systems (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Excel, Paylocity).
Lead or support system conversions, integrations, and data migrations.
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient, documented financial workflows.
Support data exports, cross‑platform reporting, and system accuracy across accounting and billing tools.
Create comprehensive financial reports and analysis using Excel, Reach, KPI charts and graphs.
Compliance, Controls & Audit
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and Medicaid financial regulations.
Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure reporting integrity.
Coordinate and manage external audits, including audit schedules, documentation, and corrective actions.
Prepare and file regulatory and tax reports as required.
Stay informed about changes in financial regulations and update policies accordingly.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, train, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and accountability.
Oversee recruitment and onboarding of new accounting staff.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
Other
Perform all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Must have the ability to regularly sit, occasionally required to kneel, crouch, and stand.
Occasional twisting and reaching above or below shoulder height.
Occasionally push or pull office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Full‑time, exempt position based in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Hybrid flexibility may be considered.
Occasional travel between facilities for audits or financial reviews.
In addition to my duties as outlined above, this position must uphold Frontida’s values in day‑to‑day activities:
Tell the Truth
Work Hard
Follow the Rules
Love Others
Have Fun
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QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5–10 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or controller‑level position.
Background in healthcare or senior living operations preferred.
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Reach Reporting, Concur, Expensify, Sage Intacct, Excel, and Paylocity.
Strong understanding of Medicaid billing and senior care reimbursement models.
Proven ability to lead system conversions and implement SOPs.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Detail‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
DUTIES The Controller will be responsible for the below job duties including but not limited to:
Accounting & Financial Management
Manage the general ledger and month‑end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.
Prepare and review financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.
Conduct standard and complex account reconciliations across multiple entities.
Oversee intercompany invoicing, transfers, and eliminations. This accounting function manages and reconciles internal transactions across a group of related companies to ensure the consolidated financial statements reflect only external business activity.
Lead annual cost build (budgeting and cost planning) and year‑end financial close processes.
Collect, process commission statements, expense allocations, and department‑level reporting.
Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Management
Oversee AP and AR cycles to ensure timely payments, collections, and accurate records.
Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity to support operations.
Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
Support purchasing controls, vendor relations, and internal procurement approvals.
Supervise Medicaid billing, collections, and reconciliations with operational teams.
Monitor and optimize working capital.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
Prepare annual budgets and forecasts with community input and with appropriate departments.
Analyze budget performance and provide variance reports and cost‑improvement recommendations.
Conduct margin, occupancy, and cost‑per‑resident analyses.
Provide financial insights and projections to support strategic planning at both property and portfolio levels.
System Oversight & Process Improvement
Manage and optimize the use of accounting and payroll systems (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Excel, Paylocity).
Lead or support system conversions, integrations, and data migrations.
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient, documented financial workflows.
Support data exports, cross‑platform reporting, and system accuracy across accounting and billing tools.
Create comprehensive financial reports and analysis using Excel, Reach, KPI charts and graphs.
Compliance, Controls & Audit
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and Medicaid financial regulations.
Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure reporting integrity.
Coordinate and manage external audits, including audit schedules, documentation, and corrective actions.
Prepare and file regulatory and tax reports as required.
Stay informed about changes in financial regulations and update policies accordingly.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, train, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and accountability.
Oversee recruitment and onboarding of new accounting staff.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
Other
Perform all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Must have the ability to regularly sit, occasionally required to kneel, crouch, and stand.
Occasional twisting and reaching above or below shoulder height.
Occasionally push or pull office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Full‑time, exempt position based in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Hybrid flexibility may be considered.
Occasional travel between facilities for audits or financial reviews.
In addition to my duties as outlined above, this position must uphold Frontida’s values in day‑to‑day activities:
Tell the Truth
Work Hard
Follow the Rules
Love Others
Have Fun
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