Position Overview:
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting across the organization. The Controller leads the day-to-day financial management functions and compliance. The Controller will provide strategic financial insight to support organizational goals.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and experienced accounting leader who understands the unique financial, reimbursement, operational, and regulatory environment of healthcare and is comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on financial leadership in a non-profit organization.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements prepared by the Finance team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes in collaboration with the CFO and senior leadership
- Deliver actionable financial analysis and strategic insights and recommendations to the CFO and executive leadership
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial and operational performance
- Ensure effective internal controls, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance frameworks are in place
- Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and capital allocation strategies
- Partner cross-functionally with service lines and operational leaders to support business initiatives, financial discipline, and cost optimization
- Ensure compliance with all leases, mortgages, contracts and other contractual requirements and covenants including timely monitoring, documentation and communication of financial obligations to the CFO.
- Assist CFO in financial components of contract negotiations and vendor agreements, optimizing cost structures and mitigating financial risk
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to the Finance team without direct involvement in routine transactional work
- Act as primary liaison with auditors and external advisors, overseeing audit readiness and execution, compliance with all tax filing and cost reporting requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance Accounting, or related field (Master's Degree preferred)
- CPA certification required
- 12-15+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis
- Experience overseeing accounting functions through direct reports
- Healthcare finance experience and knowledge of patient revenue cycles required
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and financial systems
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to operate at both strategic and oversight levels
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Ability to delegate effectively while maintaining strong financial oversight
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
- High integrity and professional ethics
Work Environment & Expectations:
This role emphasizes strategic leadership and financial oversight. The Controller is expected to maintain a high level of confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and support organizational priorities in a dynamic environment.
Success Measures:
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting (through effective oversight)
- Strength and reliability of financial planning and forecasting
- Integrity and alignment of revenue data across finance and patient financial services
- Effectiveness in vendor negotiations and cost management outcomes
- Strength and stability of banking and financing relationships
- Audit readiness and compliance outcomes
- Development and performance of the finance team and functions
- Contribution to strategic decision-making and organizational growth
Notes:
- Must pass FBI and/or CORI background check prior to starting employment.
- This is a full-time, exempt position.
- This position requires current COVID-19 and season influenza, unless an exemption is granted based on medical or religious grounds.
