Controller

Abrio Home Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

ABRiO Family of Companies seeks a skilled Controller to lead our financial operations and guide the accounting team from our Phoenix, AZ base. The role enforces GAAP, strengthens internal controls, and collaborates with a remote, part-time CPA/CFO for strategic mentorship.

You will supervise four staff, oversee AP/AR, payroll, and month- and year-end closes, while supporting budgeting and variance analyses. The position emphasizes healthcare industry compliance and robust financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Prior experience in home health care, group homes, or Medicaid/Medicare-reimbursed healthcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the internal accounting staff.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures.
• Manage accounting functions of related entities with standardized policies.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing for the network.
• Prepare month-end and year-end close; ensure timely, accurate financial statements.
• Collaborate on budget, rolling forecasts, and variance analyses with the CFO.

Skills

Excel

Financial reporting

Cost-center allocations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Mid-tier accounting software

Job description

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Job Summary

The ABRiO Family of Companies is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controller to lead our financial operations and guide our accounting team. ABRiO is a recognized leader in providing premier home healthcare and group home services to seniors and individuals with disabilities across Arizona, serving over 500 clients with a dedicated team of 600 caregivers and managers.

As our Controller, you will manage day-to-day accounting operations, enforce fiscal policies, and ensure strict compliance with GAAP. This position offers an excellent balance of leadership and collaboration, reporting directly to a remote, part-time CPA/CFO who brings an extensive financial reporting background to offer strategic mentorship and oversight.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $145,000 per year (Commensurate with experience)
• Bonus: Performance-based incentive structure (5% - 15% target)
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; generous vacation and paid holidays.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the internal accounting staff.
• Maintain, document, and continuously improve a robust system of accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures.
• Manage the accounting functions of related entities, ensuring seamless transaction-processing and standardized policies.

Core Transaction Oversight

• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and timely collections to maximize corporate cash flow.
• Oversee and verify payroll processing for our extensive network of field staff and managers.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, ensure prompt bank reconciliations, and manage debt schedules and covenant compliance.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes to issue timely, accurate, and complete financial statements.
• Collaborate with the part-time CFO to develop the annual corporate budget, rolling forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Design and calculate key operational metrics and management cost reports, identifying cost-center allocation trends.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis for capital investments, rate negotiations, and pricing decisions.

Compliance & External Relations

• Act as the primary operational liaison with external auditing firms, tax accountants, and financial/banking institutions.
• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements, including healthcare-specific tax and financial filings.

Desired Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in home health care, group homes, or a Medicaid/Medicare-reimbursed healthcare environment is highly preferred.
• Certifications: CPA or CMA designations are highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with mid-tier accounting software, advanced Excel skills, and a solid understanding of cost-center allocations.

Working Conditions

• Primarily an office-based environment in Phoenix, AZ, with occasional travel to division offices as needed.
• Standard full-time schedule with occasional evening or weekend work during peak periods (e.g., year-end audit or budget cycles).

Supervises

• Staff of four internal accounting and clerical staff.
• Job Type: Full-time