Controller

Impact Advisors; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Impact Advisors seeks a seasoned Controller to lead GAAP accounting, close processes, and internal controls for a PE-backed multi-state environment. You will partner with auditors, lenders, and internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strategic insights.

You will drive continuous improvement in accounting operations, oversee cash forecasting and tax distributions, and mentor a high-performing team within a fast-paced services organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with CPA or equivalent accounting designation.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership in a PE-backed, multi-state entity.
• Experience leading accounting operations within complex ERP environments; Workday preferred.
• Public Accounting/Big 4 background preferred; professional services experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual GAAP financial results with accurate periodization.
• Develop and interpret accounting information to assess profitability and fiscal health.
• Establish policies, processes and internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance and SOX readiness.
• Oversee cash forecasting, liquidity management and banking relationships.
• Lead optimization of financial systems, reporting, and workflows to support growth.

Skills

GAAP

Internal controls

ERP systems

SOX compliance

Leadership

CPA

Workday

Public Accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPA or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

Impact Advisors, LLC is a nationally recognized healthcare management consulting firm delivering Best in KLAS advisory, implementation, and optimization services. We are driven by a commitment to exceed client expectations and are proud to be a trusted partner to many of the nation's leading healthcare organizations. Our mission to drive patient-centered, value-driven outcomes has earned us prestigious industry accolades. To learn more about us, visit www.impact-advisors.com

The Controller will implement appropriate controls and processes to ensure timely, complete and accurate financial information and prepare final financial statements with supporting schedules for the guidance of management. The Controller is responsible for providing technical accounting leadership in the application of GAAP to complex accounting issues such as acquisitions, revenue recognition, proper accruals, lender reporting, etc. The successful candidate will possess a solid knowledge of monthly close, internal controls, GAAP and process improvements relating to all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow and general ledger. This position will also need to develop strong relationships with internal and external partners (eg. Auditors, lenders, brokers). We are looking for someone with a passion for service excellence who is a team player with high energy and thrives in a fast paced, roll-up-your-sleeves environment! Reports to VP, Finance and serves as a key member of the Finance leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial results in accordance with GAAP. Ensure transactions are recorded in the proper accounting period to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.
• Develop, analyze, and interpret accounting information in order to appraise operating results in terms of profitability and other matters bearing on the fiscal soundness and operating effectiveness of the organization.
• Establish and maintain corporate accounting policies, processes and internal controls to ensure compliance to GAAP and new accounting standards.
• Oversee cash forecasting, liquidity management and banking relationships to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Lead the continued optimization of financial systems, workflows and reporting capabilities to support organizational growth and improve efficiency.
• Support acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting, integration activities and ongoing accounting for acquired businesses.
• Supervise the accounts receivable and accounts payable processes to ensure effective cash management
• Supervise the bi-monthly payroll process, including partnering with HR to ensure all timely and accurate payments are made.
• Direct financial audits, maintain relationship with external auditors and make recommendations for procedural improvements to shorten audit cycle.
• Direct preparation of the tax distributions and returns, including tax provision and associated state/local tax filings, and extensions.
• Maintain local /state organizational compliance including annual reports, nexus filings and point of contact with 3rd party administrator
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Issue timely 1099s for 3rd party consultants and taxable equity transactions
• Prepare lender and 3rd party investor compliance certification and related schedules.

Qualifications

• Technical – Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP, revenue recognition, consolidations, business combinations, purchase accounting, and technical accounting research. Strong knowledge of internal controls, ERP systems, financial reporting and SOX compliance frameworks.
• Accountability – Demonstrated ability to see what needs to be done, take ownership of objective and follow through on initiatives to completion.
• Collaborate - Demonstrated ability to partner with leaders, proactively build cross functional relationships and communicate clearly within all levels of organization and share with others.
• Lead and Inspire with Passion – Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and educate others, where needed, on financial matters.
• Drive for Results – Demonstrated ability to drive for business results with sense of urgency and commitment to timelines and goals by supporting team members, provide resources, and develop creative solutions.
• Education - Certification: Bachelor’s Degree and CPA or equivalent accounting designation
• Experience - 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a PE-backed, multi-state entity
• Experience leading accounting operations within complex ERP environment (Workday preferred)
• Public Accounting / Big 4 preferred.
• Professional services preferred.

For salaried positions, this role may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus. Additional benefits and perks may also be available, depending on the position and employment terms. This range reflects consideration of several factors, including skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs.

Our People and Culture

At Impact Advisors, we cultivate a caring, fun, honest, and autonomous work environment. Our success stems from our associates' dedication and a shared mission to create a “Positive Impact.” We embrace diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.