Controller

Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency has an immediate opening for a Controller - This position works under the supervision of the Executive Director within the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc. (Agency) and is primarily responsible for overseeing the Agency’s financial and accounting operations and fiscal compliance. The Controller ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Humans Services Agreement Manual (HSAM) and CARF requirements, including assuring proper management and reporting of that agency contracts. The Controller is responsible for ensuring full compliance with audit requirements and for maintaining appropriate financial systems and internal controls. In addition, to support overall organizational effectiveness, this position assists with select administrative functions within the office. To aid organizational effectiveness, the Accounting Specialist provides support for some of the office administrative activities. This is an On-Site Full-Time Day Shift position.

This position works as a team member to support the financial operations of the Agency. In this capacity, this position records and tracks financial information and accounts, creates spreadsheets and presentations, records, tracks and codes Medicaid accounts payable/receivable activities and maintains financial and contract files related to the Agency from a variety of funding sources, among other pecuniary and administrative tasks. The
Controller provides support for specialized operational functions within the Agency, which includes financial operations, procurement functions, CARF compliance and contract activities. The Controller may perform some general clerical and office support activities, which could include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing and filing, among other administrative tasks.

Qualifications and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting or related field, CPA preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience
Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities
Superb organizational skills
Excellent listening and oral communication skills
Strong mathematical skills
Strong grammar and writing skills
Knowledge of grant accounting and associated regulations
Strong communication skills
Professional and friendly phone, email and in-person personality
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat, as well as Internet use and research capabilities; database proficiency desired
Experience with financial tracking software desired, such as QuickBooks Pro, Premier, Sage or Enterprise
Excellent attention to detail skills
Excellent time management
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to work with multiple supervisors
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with all standard office equipment including printers, copiers, binders, etc.
Promotes a positive office environment and maintains a positive attitude
Experience working with a Board of Directors

Salary Scale - $91,998 – $105,545. Salary is commensurate with education, credentials and experience. Benefits include: accrued vacation and sick leave; 403b plan with employer contributions; 12 paid holidays per year; health, vision, dental and prescription benefits; long term disability and AD&D insurance; reimbursement for licensure; continuing education assistance; free parking.

If interested, please send your resume and salary requirement to HR@aamentalhealth.org. Resumes without a salary requirement will not be considered. This is an on-site position. The closing date is Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Salary/Compensation: $91,998 - $105,545 per year