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Controller II /Accounting Supervisor
Remote Within Minnesota | Salary Range: $74,475-$88,687 DOE | Exempt
Join Our Mission-Driven Finance Team
St. Francis Health Services is seeking an experienced and collaborative Controller II to assist in leading accounting operations across our organization. This key leadership role provides financial oversight, supervises accounting staff, and helps ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while supporting our mission of Expressing Christ's love by providing care that values every human life.
Candidates must reside in Minnesota.
Position Summary
The Controller II partners with the Controller I and VP of Finance/CFO to oversee accounting functions, support financial operations, supervise accounting staff, and provide timely, accurate financial information that supports organizational decision-making. This position plays a vital role in maintaining strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and sound financial stewardship throughout the organization
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Oversee accounting operations and accounting staff.
- Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements, annual audits, and budgets.
- Assist with cost reporting and financial analysis.
- Establish and maintain systems and controls that ensure financial integrity and data accuracy.
- Support cash management, expense control, budgeting, and revenue enhancement initiatives.
- Collaborate with accounts payable, payroll, and revenue cycle functions to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
- Assist organizational leaders in understanding and utilizing financial information for decision-making.
Team Leadership
- Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff.
- Ensure compliance with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management processes.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Communicate organizational updates and departmental priorities effectively.
Compliance & Stewardship
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Support annual audits and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Protect organizational assets through strong internal controls and sound accounting practices.
- Promote the mission, core values, and non-profit status of the organization.
Qualifications
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or Business Administration with a major in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience
- Accounting experience including budgeting, cash management, expense control, and revenue enhancement.
- Minimum two years of supervisory experience in a healthcare-related field.
- Experience leading and developing employees.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, cost reporting, taxation, and auditing principles.
- Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
- Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to interpret financial information and communicate effectively with leaders across the organization.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits That Support You
- Flexible Time Off - Exempt -level team members receive flexible paid time away, designed to give you the time you need, when you need it most, without worrying about accruals or tracking.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - 100% employer-paid employee medical insurance, with optional spouse and family coverage.
- Health Savings Account Contributions - $150 per month toward your HSA when enrolled in our medical plan
- Retirement Readiness - A strong retirement plan with to a 5% employer match once eligibility requirements are met.
Why Join St. Francis Health Services?
At St. Francis Health Services, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others with integrity, commitment, respect, excellence, service, and stewardship. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organization.
Apply today and help support a mission that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Jitterbit9
- Jobot7

- Lippert2

- Snap! Raise2

- Nations Roof2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Staffing & Recruiting7
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Banking & Financial Services3
- Accounting & Auditing2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote assistant controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with CPA license preferred
- Three to seven years of progressive accounting or public audit experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle
- Demonstrated ownership of the full month-end and year-end close cycle
- Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements under U.S. GAAP
- Strong working knowledge of internal controls, reconciliations, and audit support
Tips for Your Remote Assistant Controller Job Search
Tailor your resume to the close
Hiring managers for assistant controller roles look for ownership of the monthly close cycle. Quantify how many entities you consolidated, how many days you cut from the close, or the volume of journal entries you reviewed to make your resume stand out.
Highlight your ERP experience explicitly
Don't just list NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle as a bullet. Name the modules you worked in, the size of the company you supported, and whether you were involved in any implementation or migration. Vague ERP mentions get filtered out fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant controller openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your industry background
Assistant controller roles vary significantly by sector. A manufacturing company wants cost accounting expertise, while a SaaS firm prioritizes revenue recognition under ASC 606. Filter your search by industry and read the job description closely before applying.
Prepare a concrete close process walkthrough
Interviewers almost always ask you to walk through your month-end close. Prepare a crisp two-minute answer covering your timeline, who you coordinate with, how you handle last-minute accruals, and how you validate the trial balance before sign-off.
Negotiate using total compensation, not base alone
Assistant controller offers often include a bonus tied to close accuracy or audit outcomes. Ask your recruiter whether the bonus is discretionary or formula-based, and factor that into any counter-offer conversation before accepting or declining.
Remote Assistant Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote assistant controller job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote assistant controller employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote assistant controllers?
Companies hiring remote assistant controllers include Jitterbit, Jobot, and Lippert, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote assistant controller roles.
Can you get a remote assistant controller job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote assistant controller openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant controller jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote assistant controllers on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote assistant controller roles.
Which industries hire the most remote assistant controllers?
Remote assistant controller roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire assistant controllers remotely most consistently.
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