Assistant Controller

LHH; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) accrual

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller in Nashville to oversee accounting operations across multiple sites. You will strengthen internal controls, manage financial reporting, and lead a team responsible for accurate records. The role partners with Finance leadership to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, with a Master’s preferred and CPA license preferred. Prior healthcare or multi-site experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Master's degree in Accounting is preferred.
• Active CPA license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting and accounts payable team members.
• Manage month-end close to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and packages.
• Partner with Finance leadership to improve reporting automation and efficiency.
• Support external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Maintain general ledger, COA, and ERP reporting structures.
• Oversee tax filings, licenses, insurance, and corporate card programs.
• Assist with lender reporting and covenant calculations.
• Collaborate with payroll and finance teams for alignment.
• Oversee capital expenditure approval and tracking.

Skills

Financial leadership

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Auditing

ERP systems

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's in Accounting (preferred)

Active CPA license (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP/ Oracle)

Financial close tools

Job description

Location: 4 days on site, 1 day work from home - Nashville

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000 annually

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting functions of a growing multi-site organization. This role will oversee accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, manage financial reporting activities, and lead a team responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records. The Assistant Controller will partner closely with Finance leadership to improve processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting and accounts payable team members.


• Manage and streamline the month-end close process to ensure timely completion and accurate reporting.


• Establish, maintain, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages.


• Partner with Finance leadership to improve reporting automation and operational efficiencies.


• Support external audit activities and serve as a primary liaison with auditors.


• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and financial reporting structures within the ERP system.


• Oversee tax filings, business licenses, insurance administration, and corporate credit card programs.


• Assist with lender reporting, covenant calculations, and other financial compliance requirements.


• Collaborate with payroll and finance teams to ensure accuracy and alignment across financial processes.


• Manage capital expenditure approval and tracking processes.


• Utilize financial close and workflow management tools to improve accountability and reporting accuracy.


• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.


• Master's degree in Accounting preferred.


• Active CPA license preferred.


• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in public accounting, audit, or corporate accounting.


• Experience within a multi-location healthcare environment or auditing healthcare organizations required.


• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting leadership experience, including staff management and development.


• Strong understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, audits, and accounting best practices.


• Experience working with ERP systems and financial close management tools preferred.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Eligible colleagues may participate in the company's benefits programs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off (PTO) accrual


• Paid holidays


• Parental leave


• Life and disability insurance


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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