Controller

Founded in 1967, Waikiki Health is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers a Patient-Centered Medical Home targeting our community’s most vulnerable populations. Our clinical and program sites provide holistic care in welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environments. Waikiki Health’s mission is to provide quality medical and social services that are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Values

• We are committed to providing the highest quality care and services to our island community.
• We believe that respect is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships.
• We maintain empathy and kindness, treating everyone as ohana.
• We are creative and flexible in meeting community needs.
• We will help empower others to reach their highest potential.
• We are accountable to the community we serve and to each other.

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Controller.

Base salary for this role is $90,000 - $100,000 annually, with final compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule: A standard 8-hour workday, 8 am to 5pm. Occasional but rare overtime may be required.

Benefits

• Health insurance (Employee only) 100% premium paid once eligible.
• 14 Paid holidays
• Parking included
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Participation effective within 4 weeks of employment
• Matching is offered once eligible with a 3-year vesting period

Perks

• HOLO Bus Pass benefits
• BIKI bike rental benefits
• Company Shirt

Summary of Position:

Assists the CFO in the management and administration of GL accounting, financial reporting, internal/external, and financial analysis in the Finance Department through direct supervision, training, and mentoring of the employees of the department. The controller will perform a variety of intermediate accounting and fiscal record keeping activities. Complete tasks necessary to assure organizational compliance with generally accepted accounting principles for non-profit organizations, including processing of accounts payable and reconciliation of financial institution accounts, maintenance of financial records, and other projects as needed.

Qualifications and abilities

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or Master’s degree (MAcc, MBA, or Finance) is preferred
• Experience: 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2-3 years in a financial leadership or supervisory role, preferably within a nonprofit or healthcare environment
• Nonprofit Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP/FASB), including fund accounting, tracking restricted/unrestricted funds, and managing bank reconciliations
• Grant Compliance: Hands-on experience managing federal and state grant compliance, specifically regarding HRSA guidelines, OMB Uniform Guidance, and Single Audits
• Financial Management: Proven ability to accurately prepare and interpret financial statements, manage organizational budgets, and support or lead annual audit processes
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency utilizing specialized accounting software systems.

General Duties include but are not limited to

• Financial Process & Policy Management: Updates and implements finance and accounting processes, practices, and policies, including period-end close, financial consolidations, budgeting, management reporting, and financial analysis
• Grant Management & CFO Collaboration: Works closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to strategically manage, track, and report on federal, state, and private grants
• Team Leadership & Capacity Building: Manages and coordinates the finance team using a collaborative, team-based approach, while providing cross-training to ensure continuous coverage and operational efficiency
• Daily Banking & Cash Flow: Oversees daily banking activities—including check registration, EFT reporting, and bank balance reviews—while ensuring timely monthly GET tax payments and accounts payable approvals
• Project & Timeline Prioritization: Prioritizes, organizes, and executes critical financial work across multiple competing projects to safely meet all organizational deadlines with a high level of quality
• Other duties as assigned

Waikiki Health requires proof of the following immunization; with or without reasonable accommodation: TB skin test or chest x-ray, Hep B (optional).

Interested candidates should apply through our ADP Workforce Now interface: ADP Workforce Now

Those requiring assistance are encouraged to reach out to our organization at (808) 922-4787. Visit our website for more information: www.waikikihealth.org

Waikiki Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.