Controller

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS); Boston (MA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth healthtech startup seeks a strategic Controller to lead their accounting operations. This role involves building the accounting function from the ground up and ensuring efficient operations as the first accounting hire. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience, preferably within tech companies.

Benefits

Competitive salary + equity

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Remote-first culture with occasional in-person collaboration

Meaningful work that impacts the lives of older adults

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Mix of public accounting and startup or tech experience preferred.
• Strong GAAP understanding and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first accounting hire, building systems and processes from scratch.
• Own all aspects of accounting operations including financial reporting and month-end close.
• Implement scalable financial controls to support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

GAAP Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Education

CPA

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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Controller – First Accounting Hire | High-Growth Healthtech Startup

Are you ready to take ownership of the accounting function at a mission-driven, fast-scaling startup that’s transforming how older adults access healthcare? We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on Controller to build and lead the accounting infrastructure from the ground up.

Why Join Us?

We’re a digital health company using technology and human guidance to help older Americans confidently navigate Medicare. Backed by top-tier investors and led by experienced founders, we’re in a period of rapid growth and national expansion. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a company that’s improving lives every day.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the first accounting hire, responsible for building systems, processes, and policies from scratch
• Own all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, AP/AR, and financial reporting
• Implement scalable financial controls and accounting infrastructure to support growth
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accuracy in revenue recognition and operational spend
• Prepare internal and external financial statements and partner on audit readiness
• Support the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, board reporting, and investor relations
  
  

What You Bring

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience; mix of public accounting and startup or tech company experience preferred
• CPA strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and experience preparing financial statements
• A builder’s mindset—you enjoy creating structure, systems, and clarity in fast-moving environments
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally
• Mission-driven with a desire to work at the intersection of healthcare and technology
  
  

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary + equity
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Remote-first culture with occasional in-person collaboration
• Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of older adults
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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