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1mo ago

Controller - Accounting and Finance Manager

Consumer Directed Choices Albany, NY

Albany, NY

1mo ago Closed

$115k - $155k/yr Full time Manager Accounting Accounting Operations

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 25, 2026).

Job Description

The Controller will oversee Consumer Directed Choices’ financial operations, with responsibility for accurate reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and executive-level financial analysis. This onsite role in Albany, NY focuses on strengthening financial controls, guiding planning processes, and providing timely recommendations to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, ensuring alignment with agency goals, operational priorities, and strategic objectives.
Provide leadership to Finance Department staff in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of financial data to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making.
Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting through strong review processes, variance analysis, and financial controls.
Deliver financial insights, performance analysis, and recommendations to the CEO and senior leadership by interpreting results, identifying trends and risks, and supporting informed resource allocation.
Oversee cash flow management, manage banking relationships, and optimize cash flow through effective accounts receivable and accounts payable management.
Direct payroll functions, including submission of personal assistant hours, issuance of paychecks, and payroll-related journal entries, and serve as a backup to payroll processing when needed.
Oversee and monitor the claims management process, including billing submissions and resolution of denied and partially paid claims.
Coordinate the annual audit process by ensuring financial records and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and available to external auditors.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
5 years of supervisory experience.
Ability to adapt to changing industry standards, including interpreting and applying state and federal guidelines to daily operations.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP and solid financial analysis capabilities.
Significant experience in nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate with minimal supervision.
Experience with payroll and accounting systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to present financial information to executive leadership to support strategic decision-making.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Compensation and Work Details

Job type: Full-time
Location: Albany, NY (onsite / in person)
Salary: USD 115,000 to 155,000 per year

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Sick, Vacation, and Personal time
Paid time off
10 Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
401k / 401(k)
Flexible spending account
Casual Dress Code
And much more…

Application Questions

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
Are you authorized to work in the US?
Are you able to work onsite in Albany, NY?

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s (Required)
Experience: Supervisory: 5 years (Required); Accounting: 10 years (Required)

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