Controller

Zion Talent Partners; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a local healthcare organization, is seeking a Controller to lead its finance, accounting, and billing functions. The role will oversee a large team through direct and indirect reports, providing hands-on leadership and financial oversight to support strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on QuickBooks experience, strong judgment, and the ability to interpret results and forecast challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience leading accounting and finance functions at a Controller level or similar.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily finance, accounting, and billing operations with accuracy and accountability.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, financial statement prep, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow planning, and financial analysis to support decisions.
• Monitor financial performance, explain variances, and identify profitability improvements.
• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections with staff to improve payment timelines.
• Provide direction to a large team, establishing clear expectations and consistent processes.
• Train and develop internal staff, strengthening technical and problem-solving skills.
• Use QuickBooks to manage accounting activity and improve reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and procedures for accurate financial information.
• Partner with operational leaders to translate financial data into actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate with external accounting and tax professionals as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Team management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Our client, a local healthcare company, is seeking a Controller to lead its finance, accounting, and billing functions. This position will oversee a large team through direct and indirect reports, providing hands‑on leadership, financial oversight, and staff development.

The ideal candidate understands both accounting and the financial drivers of a business. This person can interpret results, anticipate challenges, and help leadership make informed decisions. Strong QuickBooks experience, sound judgment, and the ability to think on their feet are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily finance, accounting, and billing operations, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and timely completion of work.
• Oversee month‑end and year‑end close, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow planning, and financial analysis to support business decisions.
• Monitor financial performance, explain variances, and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections, working with staff to resolve issues and improve payment timelines.
• Provide direction and support to a large team of direct and indirect reports, establishing clear expectations and consistent processes.
• Train and develop internal staff, strengthening technical skills, problem‑solving abilities, and readiness for additional responsibility.
• Use QuickBooks to manage accounting activity, review financial data, troubleshoot discrepancies, and improve reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures to support accurate financial information and protect company assets.
• Partner with operational leaders to address financial challenges and translate financial information into practical recommendations.
• Coordinate with external accounting and tax professionals as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading accounting and finance functions as a Controller or in a comparable leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow, and business performance analysis.
• Hands‑on QuickBooks experience is required.
• Experience managing sizable teams, including direct reports and staff overseen through other leaders.
• Proven ability to train, coach, and develop internal employees.
• Ability to assess problems quickly, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly to people outside accounting.
• Willingness to work hands‑on while maintaining oversight of the broader financial operation.
• Multi‑entity accounting and finance experience is highly preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience, particularly with billing and collections, is preferred.