Assistant Controller

WHY CHOOSE TO JOIN US?

WE VALUE OUR TEAM!

When you come to work for Cayuga Medical Associates, you join a growing multispecialty physician group practice based in the heart of the Finger Lakes in upstate New York, with more than 22 specialties located in Tompkins, Cortland, and Schuyler Counties. Partnering with Cayuga Medical Center, we strive to provide the best patient care in our region. Our commitment to service excellence sets us apart. Our Cornerstones: Patient-Centered Excellence, Teamwork, Safety, Respect, and Professionalism, guide us as we provide care for our community.

As a part of those Cornerstones, it's very important to us that we create a work environment where people feel welcomed, comfortable, valued for what they bring to the organization, and recognized for their contributions. It goes beyond salary and benefits. We work hard to develop an environment and culture that attracts top-quality talent. That is what sets Cayuga Medical Associates apart.

• We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package including sign-on bonuses for eligible positions, as well as liberal paid time-off
• Our full-time and our benefited part-time employees receive the same benefits package (paid time-off benefits are prorated for part-timers)
• Health insurance coverage becomes effective within four weeks of your start date.
• PTO is available to use immediately!
• Tuition reimbursement is available for career-related education.

What's the role?

Responsible for the preparation of accurate internal financial statements, coordination of annual financial audit, oversight of budget process, and preparation and filing of the annual IRS informational returns. This position supervises the accounting team (Senior Accountant, Accountant(s) and Accounting Assistant) for CMA.

Reports To: Senior Director - Finance/Controller

What you'll do:

• Assists Senior Director - Finance/Controller with supervising the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable (misc), general ledger for CMA and provides daily oversight of fiscal operations.
  
  
• Financial Statements:
  • Responsible for reporting month-end closings, financial statement preparation, and annual audits as assigned
  • Responsible for assigned journal entries, account reconciliations, and related account analysis
  • Reviews staff account reconciliations
  • Oversees miscellaneous accounts receivable billings, and ensures timely and accurate reports are generated from NetSuite related to outstanding balances and aging on each account
  • Responsible for oversight and maintenance of CMA's fixed asset system and all associated reports & analyses, including annual review of fully depreciated items for possible disposal
  • Responsible for maintaining prepaid accounts, details, and reconciliations
  • Ensuring internal controls are properly implemented and followed.
    
• Budget:
  • Responsible for annual operating, capital and FTE budgets, including acting as main contact and educator for CMA staff and managers
    
    
• Taxes and gov't related reports:
  • Gather data, complete, and file annual tax returns (990, unrelated business income, others as assigned).
  • Oversee 1099-MISC and NYS Unclaimed Funds reporting
    
    
• Other:
  • Complete surveys and audits as assigned
  • Create, update, and review policies related to Accounting/Finance
  • Provides regular reports to leadership, such as budget variances, FTE reports, etc.
  • Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • All other assigned duties
  • Assumes other appropriate responsibilities not noted above.
    

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Education - BS in Accounting
• Experience - 5 years of accounting experience
• Licensure - N/A
  
  

Physical Requirements - 90% sitting 10% standing

*Please note, not all of the listed skills are necessary to be qualified or considered for this role.

What does CMA offer?

CMA offers an agile, inclusive, and supportive culture where every employee is respected. CMA is based in beautiful Ithaca, NY where nature abounds and a strong sense of community thrives. Ithaca is home to two esteemed institutes of higher education, Ithaca College and the world-renowned Cornell University. Ithaca offers four dynamic seasons for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as easy access to urban opportunities within a half-day drive (i.e., Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Albany, New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia).  

• Benefits begin within 1 month of hire
• Generous PTO package available
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development stipends and malpractice insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional life and disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cell phone discount
• Major holidays off

Salary : $90,000 - $120,000