Controller

Northwest Eye Surgeons; Washington; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Northwest Eye Surgeons is seeking a hands-on Controller to serve as a trusted financial partner across Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. This hybrid role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to lead in a complex healthcare setting.

You will manage monthly and annual reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning with the CEO and leadership team, while strengthening internal controls and guiding the accounting team toward continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting/finance experience.
• Healthcare finance experience preferred, especially revenue cycle and multi-site operations.
• Proven leadership and people-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning with the CEO and leadership team.
• Monitor cash flow, variances, risks, and opportunities; provide actionable insights.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and audit requirements.
• Coordinate tax matters and banking relationships with external accountants.
• Guide leases, capex, and other financial commitments with senior leadership.
• Develop and coach the accounting team to drive accuracy and process improvements.
• Provide financial insight to support organizational growth and strategic decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Supervisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Description

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a multi-state, multi-location healthcare organization with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, physician partnerships, and operational accountability. We are seeking an experienced Controller to serve as a trusted financial partner, providing the financial insight, oversight, and discipline needed to support sound business decisions and long-term organizational success. This will be a Hybrid position.

Job Type

Full-time

About Us

We are a leading ophthalmic group serving patients across Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. Our organization has multiple clinics and surgery centers, creating a dynamic and complex operating environment. We are looking for a hands-on financial leader who can strengthen processes, develop people, identify opportunities for improvement, and turn financial information into clear, actionable insight. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound business judgment, and the ability to effectively lead in a complex healthcare environment.

What You'll Do

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including financial statements, cash flow, and budget-to-actual analysis.


• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on annual budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.


• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key trends, identifying variances, risks, and opportunities.


• Oversee accounting operations, month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, accounts payable, and financial reporting.


• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.


• Manage relationships with banking partners and coordinate tax compliance and financial matters with external accountants.


• Partner with the CEO on leases, contracts, capital expenditures, and other financial commitments.


• Lead, develop, and support the accounting team, fostering accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.


• Provide financial insight and recommendations to the CEO, executive leadership, and Board to support organizational growth and strategic decision-making.

Why This Role Matters

This isn't simply a role focused on closing the books. You'll help build the financial foundation for a growing organization.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.


• Demonstrated budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning experience, with the ability to partner with leadership to achieve financial goals.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges, make sound decisions, and develop effective solutions.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present financial information and recommendations.


• Strong time management, prioritization, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced, evolving environment.


• Proven supervisory and people-management skills, including coaching, performance management, team development, and employee engagement.


• Adaptable, collaborative, and solutions-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing business needs.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of education.


• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including demonstrated experience in a managerial or leadership role.


• Healthcare finance experience preferred, particularly experience with revenue cycle management and multi-site healthcare operations.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $110,000.00–$130,000.00


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Ancillary Benefits


• Pet Insurance


• 401(k) Plan with Employer Contribution


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Generous PTO/Holiday

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary Description

$110,000.00 - $130,000.00