Brigid's Path · 1 week ago
Financial Professional
Brigid's Path is a mission-driven organization seeking a Controller to lead their finance and accounting functions. The Controller will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, grant tracking, and the full billing and revenue cycle, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial operations.
Responsibilities
Lead all finance & accounting functions including annual budget preparation, monthly financial reporting, invoice and payment processing, weekly cash monitoring/reporting, and management of bank accounts and investments
Work closely with the Treasurer of the Board to organize, attend and actively participate in Finance Committee meetings
Understand and align the finance & accounting function with the strategic direction of the Organization, as set by the Board of Directors and Leadership
Track grant revenue and expenses to ensure compliance and reporting accuracy
Ensure timely reporting of grant activities to granting agencies, as required
Review payroll and perform payroll activities including onboarding/offboarding, maintaining employee pay and withholdings, benefit administration, processing weekly payroll hours, tax remittances, and preparing 1099s and W-9s
Oversee and manage the Staff Accountant
Maintain responsibility for month-end close process and preparation of monthly financial statements
Manage financial platforms such as Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Paycor, and related systems
Coordinate and lead the annual financial audit and Form 990 preparation on behalf of the Organization by engaging with outside accountants and service providers
Review internal accounting policies, processes, and procedures and recommend updates as needed
Develop and enhance financial plans, financial controls, and investment practices for review by the Board Treasurer and Finance Committee
Ensure appropriate separation of duties across billing, cash handling, and accounting processes
Create and maintain process documentation to ensure continuity of billing and finance operations during staff absences
Oversee the full billing and revenue cycle, including preparing and submitting claims for all payer types (Medicaid, Managed Care Organizations, the Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and grant-funded programs), monitoring reimbursement updates for Pediatric Recovery Center (PRC) services and case management, and ensuring accurate posting, reconciliations, and corrections as needed
Work directly with third-party billing agents to ensure timely, accurate and compliant submission of claims on behalf of the Organization
Manage claim follow-up and resolution, including denials, resubmissions, appeals, and identification of trends to improve processes and maximize reimbursement accuracy
Ensure all billing practices comply with federal and state regulations, Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) requirements, contractual obligations, and internal controls, while verifying documentation supports billed services and collaborating with staff when clarification is needed
Develop, refine, and maintain efficient billing workflows and reporting systems, including monthly reports on billing activity, revenue performance, denials, and projections
Serve as the primary internal and external billing resource, answering questions, maintaining payer relationships, collaborating with Managed Care Organizations, and training staff on documentation expectations and best practices
Monitors key billing metrics including days in A/R, denial rates, and reimbursement timeliness
Responsible for reconciling our donor database, posting donor funds received, and appropriately recognizing donor contributions and related restrictions
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required
Must pass FBI, BCI, OSAPS, and NSOPW background checks
Strong organizational skills
Ability to evaluate data, analyze information, and draw logical conclusions
Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and accounting or billing systems
Compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental approach when working with diverse staff, families, and partners
Preferred
Masters in Accounting or Finance