Controller

HealthVerity; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan and equity program

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship

Professional development budget

Job summary

HealthVerity is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting operations while leading financial reporting and governance. This hybrid role requires three days in the Philadelphia office and offers competitive compensation ranging from $180,000 to $240,000.

The ideal candidate will possess a CPA and have extensive experience in financial leadership within a SaaS environment, with a focus on scaling processes and team development.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller in a tech-based environment.
• Hands-on experience with complex transactions and integrations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Design scalable accounting infrastructure to support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Technical accounting

Communication

Revenue recognition expertise

SaaS industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA required

Tools

NetSuite or comparable ERP systems

Job description

Location

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina

Hybrid Work Requirement

Hybrid role requiring 3 days in office at our Philadelphia HQ – 1818 Market Street.

How you will help

As the Controller, you will serve as a key strategic leader within the Finance organization during a transformational phase of growth and operational expansion. You will partner closely with the SVP, Finance and executive leadership to ensure financial integrity, scalable processes, strong governance, and operational excellence across the organization. This role is designed for an experienced accounting executive who has operated in complex, multi-entity SaaS or data‑driven environments and has successfully built infrastructure to support meaningful growth and increasing operational sophistication.

What you will do

• Provide executive oversight of all accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue accounting, fixed assets, leases, and equity accounting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring timely, accurate, and audit‑ready financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Strengthen accounting governance and internal control frameworks to support increasing organizational scale and complexity
• Lead the accounting integration of significant strategic growth initiatives into HealthVerity’s systems and reporting framework
• Oversee complex technical accounting matters including revenue recognition (ASC 606), business combinations (ASC 805), lease accounting (ASC 842), equity accounting, and debt accounting
• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors and lead the annual financial statement audit
• Oversee tax compliance strategy in partnership with internal and external tax advisors, ensuring timely and accurate filings
• Partner cross‑functionally to harmonize accounting policies, processes, and controls across expanding entities and revenue streams
• Design and implement scalable accounting infrastructure capable of supporting substantial increases in transaction volume and operational complexity
• Build, mentor, and elevate a high‑performing accounting organization with clear structure and succession depth
• Support executive and Board‑level reporting, providing insight and governance aligned with enterprise‑level operations

How Success is Defined

• Establish complete confidence in financial accuracy and compliance by delivering consistent, accurate and timely financials
• Deliver actionable financial insights to improve decision‑making across the business as a strategic partner
• Develop a high‑performing team by strengthening the team’s capabilities, clarifying roles, and building succession depth
• Maintain scalable accounting processes capable of supporting meaningful growth and increasing complexity
• Improve the speed and efficiency of financial operations including month‑end close, audit completion, tax filings and control processes

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a SaaS, technology, or data‑driven organization
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting through periods of rapid growth or integration
• Deep expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Strong technical accounting background including business combinations and complex transactions
• Experience leading audits with nationally recognized accounting firms
• Proven ability to scale teams, processes, and systems
• Hands‑on experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP systems
• Strong executive presence, communication skills, and cross‑functional leadership ability

Compensation

Base salary commensurate with experience, ranging between $180,000 and $240,000 plus annual bonus opportunity.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day 1
• 401(k) plan and equity program (new hire equity grants beginning at the Director level and above)
• Flexible location: Remote workdays and three days a week of in‑office collaboration for team members in the Philadelphia area
• Generous paid time off: approximately 4 weeks per year, including vacation, personal and sick time, plus paid parental leave
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid leave for childbearing, surrogacy, and adoption; 6 weeks for non‑childbearing parents
• Comprehensive onboarding program with mentorship, departmental talks, and a library of resources beginning day 1
• Professional development budget and biweekly 1:1 meetings geared toward growth and performance

Hiring Locations

Our main office is located in Center City, Philadelphia, where we operate on a hybrid model with in‑office work required three days a week for local employees. We prioritize hiring in the Philadelphia area but also hire from selected hub locations and approved states for remote work.

Hub Locations

• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Boston, Massachusetts
• New York City, New York
• Baltimore, Maryland
• Washington, D.C.
• Charlotte, North Carolina
• Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina
• Atlanta, Georgia
• Chicago, Illinois

Approved States for Remote Work

CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, and VA.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We believe incorporating different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds make us stronger and encourage an environment where ageism, racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia or any other form of discrimination are not tolerated. All qualified job applicants will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Disability Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

Remote Opportunities Note

Remote opportunities are not available in all areas and require team members to work from a fixed location due to tax and labor law implications. Specific questions about remote positions can be discussed during the interview process with your recruiter.