Controller

Overview

Our client, a rapidly growing healthcare organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen financial processes, and develop a growing team. This Controller role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys process improvement, mentoring staff, and driving financial reporting excellence in a complex, multi-entity environment.

The Controller will play a critical role in standardizing workflows, enhancing internal controls, improving reporting accuracy, and supporting strategic decision-making through data-driven financial analysis. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while partnering closely with executive leadership.

Responsibilities

The Controller will be responsible for:

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• Leading all day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close processes
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• Driving process improvement initiatives and documenting accounting procedures
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• Strengthening internal controls and ensuring adherence to GAAP standards
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• Mentoring, training, and developing accounting team members across multiple levels
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• Managing financial reporting and analysis for a large, multi-department organization
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• Overseeing revenue recognition and ensuring timely, accurate reporting
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• Analyzing historical financial data to identify trends, efficiencies, and business insights
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• Supporting cost accounting efforts, departmental allocations, and profitability analysis
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• Reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
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• Collaborating with finance leadership to improve reporting capabilities and operational efficiencies
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• Assisting with future system enhancements and technology-driven process improvements
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Core Competencies & Qualifications

Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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• Minimum 5 years of healthcare accounting experience
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• Progressive leadership experience within accounting and finance
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• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
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• Experience with cost accounting and complex allocation methodologies
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• Ability to analyze large data sets and provide actionable business insights
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• Proven success implementing process improvements and strengthening controls
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• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to work in the details when needed
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• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience working with Sage ERP systems
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• Familiarity with Epic or healthcare-related ERP/EMR systems
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• Experience utilizing Power BI, Power Query, or Power Pivot
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• Background supporting multi-location or multi-business-unit organizations
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• Experience preparing and analyzing healthcare cost reports
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Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful Controller will be:

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• Highly analytical and data-driven
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• Comfortable rolling up their sleeves and working directly within transactions, reconciliations, and reporting
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• An exceptional coach and mentor who enjoys developing others
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• Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
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• Collaborative, adaptable, and able to thrive in a changing environment
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• Skilled at balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution
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Work Environment & Culture

This organization offers a collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. The accounting team is actively transforming processes, improving reporting capabilities, and preparing for future system enhancements.

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• Business casual environment
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• Preference for hybrid work arrangement
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• Open to highly qualified remote candidates within approved locations
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• Opportunity to influence department structure and process modernization
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• Significant visibility with executive leadership
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Compensation

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• Salary range: $150,000 - $170,000, depending on experience and qualifications
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• Comprehensive benefits package available
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Why Consider This Controller Opportunity?

This Controller position offers the opportunity to join an organization undergoing meaningful transformation, lead impactful process improvements, mentor a developing team, and help shape the future of the accounting function. The Controller will have direct exposure to executive leadership while making a measurable impact on financial operations and reporting.

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