Controller

Eagle Crest Communities Corporate Office (La Crosse, WI)::
Eagle Crest Communities is the largest not-for-profit senior housing and care provider in Western Wisconsin, and we want YOU on our team! With 10 different communities between La Crosse, Onalaska and Holmen, we find success in providing superior service with great attention to ensuring the highest levels or satisfaction to every resident.

Controller:
This is a new position which will report to the Chief Financial Officer. The Controller will be hands-on working and overseeing a variety of areas, including; Payroll, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Annual Audits, Fixed Assets, Information Systems, 401k Administration, Medicare/caid Cost Reporting, Sales Tax, IRS form 990, IRS form 5500, etc.

This is a full-time, exempt position. Office hours are Monday – Friday

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with monthly financial close and reporting (both internal and external)
• Experience with coordination of external audits
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial statements
• Knowledgeable with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Experience with budgeting process, forecasting and planning
• Experience with payroll processing, tax reporting, wage and hour laws, and related software applications
• 401k plan experience (administration, audits, ERISA rules, etc.)
• Healthcare-related experience with reimbursement, billing, cost reports, etc. preferred
• Accounts Payable processing and 1099 reporting experience
• Knowledge of bond financing, reporting and compliance
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Demonstrated success in providing leadership and supervision of staff and projects
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and make timely decisions
• Effective in problem solving, and attention for details
• Ability to communicate technical information to nontechnical audiences
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Able to work effectively with all levels of management, staff and employees

Education Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA license preferred
• Minimum 5 years work related experience
• Previous public accounting experience is highly valued

Why Work at Eagle Crest Communities?

Join a mission-driven organization that has been caring for our community since 1946. As part of our finance team, you will work with a team built on teamwork, respect, integrity, commitment, and love. With ongoing growth across our campuses and a strong reputation for compassionate service, Eagle Crest Communities offers a stable, value-centered environment where professionals can thrive, contribute, and build meaningful relationships.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes: Health Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and ADD Insurance, Long Term and Short-Term Disability, Paid Leave Time, Vision Insurance, Voluntary Supplemental Insurances, Pet Insurance, Tuition Investment Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

Eagle Crest Communities is the largest not-for-profit senior care provider in Western Wisconsin with ten communities in the La Crosse, Holmen, and Onalaska, WI areas. We find success in providing superior service with great attention to ensuring the highest levels of satisfaction to every resident. Great people, great care! Bethany Lutheran Homes Inc dba Eagle Crest Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.