Controller New Remote, USA

FamilyWell, Inc.; New York (NY, CT); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Equity

401(k)

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

FamilyWell is seeking an experienced Controller to own accounting operations, lead full-cycle accounting and tax functions, and scale financial infrastructure as we grow nationally. Reporting to the CFO, you will ensure the integrity of financial records, timely monthly close, and strong internal controls for a venture-backed healthcare company.

This hands-on leadership role requires building a scalable finance function, partnering with cross-functional teams, and guiding budgeting, forecasting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with 2–3 years in a Controller role.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and multi-state tax familiarity.
• Experience leading monthly closes and producing accurate financial statements.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote startup setting.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounting, GL, AP/AR, payroll, and revenue recognition.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with GAAP compliance.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Oversee tax filings and coordinate with external advisors.
• Design internal controls and support audits and due diligence.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Tax compliance

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Claude

Candid

Sigma

Job description

Location: Remote — strong preference for candidates based in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New York, or Connecticut. Occasional in-person attendance (approximately 1–2 times per month) may be required.

Department: Finance

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $125,000–$140,000, depending on experience and qualifications. While the anticipated range is within this band, flexibility may be limited based on the candidate’s experience and overall fit.

Job Summary

FamilyWell is seeking an experienced Controller to own the company’s accounting operations and lead full-cycle accounting and tax functions as we scale nationally. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for the integrity of FamilyWell’s financial records, timely and accurate monthly close, tax compliance, and the internal controls that support a growing, venture-backed healthcare organization. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced start‑up environment and wants to help build scalable financial infrastructure at a mission‑driven company.

What You’ll Do

Accounting Operations & Financial Close

• Own the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and continuously improve the chart of accounts, accounting policies, and close checklist as the company scales.
• Partner with the RCM and clinical operations teams to ensure accurate revenue and accounts receivable accounting across payers.

Tax & Compliance

• Manage all aspects of federal, state, and local tax compliance, including income tax, sales/use tax, and payroll tax filings, working with external tax advisors as needed.
• Oversee preparation and filing of annual tax returns and quarterly estimates in coordination with outside CPA firms.
• Monitor multi-state tax and regulatory obligations relevant to a distributed, multi-state healthcare workforce.
• Ensure compliance with 1099/W-2 filings and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Stay current on relevant accounting and tax regulatory changes and assess their impact on FamilyWell.

Internal Controls, Audit & Risk

• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, tax reviews, and any financial due diligence (e.g., for future fundraising).
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risk as the organization grows.
• Deliver accurate, timely monthly financial statements and management reporting packages to leadership and the Board.
• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Provide financial analysis and ad hoc reporting to support strategic decision‑making across the organization.

Team Leadership & Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Build, manage, and mentor accounting staff and/or outsourced accounting resources as the team scales.
• Partner cross‑functionally with RCM, People/HR, Technology, and Operations to ensure accounting processes align with broader company workflows.
• Evaluate and help implement accounting systems and tools (e.g., Quickbooks, Claude, Candid, Sigma) to improve efficiency and reporting capability.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full‑cycle accounting and tax, with at least 2–3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, multi‑state tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience managing the monthly close process and producing accurate, timely financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non‑finance stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating with significant autonomy in a remote, fast‑paced start‑up environment.

Strongly Preferred

• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or a venture‑backed start‑up environment.
• Prior experience preparing for or supporting an audit, due diligence process, or institutional fundraising round.
• Experience building or scaling an accounting function and/or team.
• CPA, or qualifications to complete CPA are preferred, but not required

What We Offer

• Mission‑Driven Work: Join a team transforming women’s mental health care and improving lives every day.
• Growth Opportunity: Help build and scale financial operations at a Series A company with significant expansion ahead.
• Exceptional Team: Work alongside passionate, mission‑aligned colleagues, including clinical leaders from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and top health systems.
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience, plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and 401(k).
• Flexibility: Remote‑first role with occasional in‑person collaboration (approximately 1–2 times per month).
• Impact: Your work directly enables thousands of women to access life‑changing mental health care.

Our Values

• Empathy First: We lead with compassion for the women and families we serve.
• Evidence‑Based: We’re committed to proven clinical models and data‑driven decision making.
• Equity & Access: We believe all women deserve high‑quality, affordable mental health care.
• Collaboration: We work as one team across clinical, operational, and business functions.
• Continuous Learning: We embrace feedback, iterate quickly, and constantly improve.

FamilyWell Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

As set forth in FamilyWell’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.