Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Corporate Controller oversees general accounting functions, financial reporting, payroll oversight, budgeting support, audit coordination, and revenue cycle collaboration. This position plays a critical role in providing financial analysis and insights that support sound decision-making and advance CareFlite's mission and strategic objectives.
What We're Looking For- A strategic and collaborative financial leader.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with executives, staff, auditors, and external stakeholders.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Strategy
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team.
- Provide financial analysis, trend reporting, and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Support organizational growth initiatives, operational improvements, and financial system implementations.
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Oversee general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
- Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements and management reports.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulations.
- Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
- Support cost containment and operational performance improvement initiatives.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist with annual operating budget development and monitoring.
- Analyze financial forecasts and business trends to support leadership planning and decision-making.
Revenue Cycle Oversight
- Collaborate with outsourced revenue cycle partners to ensure accurate billing and collections.
- Monitor revenue performance and investigate variances or discrepancies.
Audit, Compliance & Reporting
- Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and lead the annual audit process.
- Coordinate regulatory, internal, and external audits.
- Support preparation of IRS Form 990 documentation.
- Monitor changes in accounting standards and healthcare regulations and implement necessary updates.
Payroll, Accounts Payable & Benefits
- Provide oversight of payroll processing and accounts payable operations.
- Support administration of employee benefit and insurance programs.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
- Establish performance expectations and support professional development initiatives.
- Build strong partnerships across clinical, operational, and administrative departments.
- Foster collaborative relationships with vendors, auditors, and external stakeholders.
Work Schedule & EnvironmentSchedule- Primarily Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
- Flexibility required during month-end close, budgeting cycles, audits, and reporting deadlines.
Overtime- Periodic overtime may be required to meet operational, financial, and regulatory deadlines.
Work Environment- Professional office environment.
- Hybrid work arrangements may be available in accordance with organizational policy.
Travel- Minimal travel expected.
- Occasional local or regional travel may be required for audits, meetings, training, or organizational events.
On-Call- Not routinely on-call; however, availability may be needed during critical financial reporting periods or urgent financial matters.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
- Progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and audit practices.
- Experience with healthcare finance and a solid understanding of revenue cycle operations.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing accounting and finance staff.
- Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Required Certifications- Current and active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE) required to maintain licensure.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in healthcare, EMS, hospital, or nonprofit healthcare environments.
- Experience with ERP implementations and financial system enhancements.
- Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and IRS Form 990 reporting.
- Experience supporting executive leadership, boards, and finance committees.
Physical & Environmental Requirements- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Frequent use of computers, keyboards, and standard office equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift or carry items up to 15 pounds.
- Vision sufficient to review financial reports, spreadsheets, and computer screens.
- Hearing sufficient for effective communication during meetings and telephone conversations.
- Work performed primarily in a climate-controlled office environment.
Additional InformationThe statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. 
