Controller (Remote within IL/IA or Moline, IL)

Description

At The Project, you will do work that matters for people who are too often overlooked. We are celebrating 40 years of providing affirming healthcare and supportive services to people living with HIV, those most at risk, and the broader LGBTQ+ community, and we welcome everyone who walks through our doors. We are looking for people who believe health care should meet people where they are. Learn more at www.tpqc.org.

The Project is excited to announce that we are seeking a Controller to lead the daily operations of our Finance team. Reporting to the CEO and partnering with our Fractional CFO, the Controller is the hands-on leader who keeps our financial house in order, ensuring that every dollar supporting our mission is accurately tracked, well managed, and put to work for our community. You will lead a team of two, serve as our go-to expert on accounting systems and processes, and translate financial data into information our program and clinical leaders can actually use. Work from anywhere in Illinois or Iowa, or join us in our Moline office, whichever works best for you.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Leading all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and month-end and year-end close
• Owning grant fiscal compliance across our federal and state funding portfolio, including Ryan White and IDPH awards, and partnering with program directors to keep spending on track
• Managing cash flow planning and monitoring so the organization stays financially healthy and ready for what's next
• Integrating 340B pharmacy revenue from Two Rivers Pharmacy into our financial statements in partnership with our pharmacy management company
• Preparing clear, timely financial statements and reports for the CEO, program directors, and the board, and serving as our primary contact for the annual audit, Single Audit, and IRS Form 990
• Strengthening and documenting our accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems, with an eye toward reducing manual work and improving how we operate
• Managing vendor relationships and reviewing contracts to ensure financial terms align with budgets and funding requirements
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing two finance staff, the AP Coordinator and the Grants Accountant

You Should Also Know:

This position offers flexibility to work remotely or from the TPQC office in Moline, Illinois for candidates residing in Illinois or Iowa. Periodic in-person attendance for meetings, collaboration, trainings, and organizational needs will be expected. Some occasional evening or weekend work may be required. This is a supervisory position.

This posting highlights the key aspects of the role; a full job description is available for review during the hiring process.  

the hiring process.

Physical Demands

The employee may be required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. The role will require the employee to speak and hear on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for those who need assistance with the above essential functions.

Compensation

Compensation starts at $108,235 per year. The final salary offered is determined by years of professional and/or lived experience beyond the minimum requirement, with an additional 2.5% for those proficient in a second language relevant to the role. 

Our compensation structure is experience-centric and not contingent on education. As part of our commitment to pay equity, salaries are non-negotiable and include an annual cost of living increase. We have historically prioritized broad, equitable adjustments over performance-based increases, with the understanding that our approach may evolve.  

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: BCBS Health Insurance, Vision, and Dental 
• 401k: Employees can start contributing after six months. Once they start contributing, TPQC will match 5% and the funds are immediately vested.
• Generous time off package, including: 
• PTO: 3 weeks a year (accrual based system) with higher accrual rates at 3 and 6 years of tenure. 
• Sick Time: 80 hours every year (employees who start later than January have a prorated amount). 
• End of Year Break: 1.5 weeks off (paid) at the end of the year.
• Holidays: 12 total paid holidays.
• Wellness Benefit: Receive $300 at the start of each fiscal year for wellness expenses.
• Education Credit: $2000 a year for tuition or continuing education. Employees are eligible after 2 years of employment. 

EEO Statement

The Project of the Quad Cities believes in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Our company’s success depends on the effective utilization of qualified individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will not discriminate on the basis of these characteristics in a personnel action including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotions, transfers, demotions, benefits, compensation, discipline, termination and any other conditions or privileges of employment.

All employees are expected to uphold the values of TPQC. Employees must actively support, respect, and further the mission of The Project. Respecting the agency’s vision, values, and commitment to diversity is mandatory.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive accounting experience, with at least three years in a supervisory or senior individual contributor role. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit or government accounting principles.
• Experience managing federal and/or state grant fiscal compliance, including reporting and reimbursement.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Clear and effective communication skills across financial and non-financial audiences.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or community health settings.
• Familiarity with 340B pharmacy program financials or third-party billing.
• Experience with Ryan White, IDPH, or other federal health grant programs.
• Experience with Single Audit (Uniform Guidance) compliance.