Corporate Controller

Alivia Care; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alivia Care, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Controller to coordinate general accounting, payroll, A/P, and non-patient billing.

You will oversee treasury, internal controls, audits, and GAAP compliance to deliver accurate financial reporting for management and external stakeholders. The role requires CPA and a Master’s in accounting with 5 years of accounting experience; leadership and strategic insights are essential to optimize performance and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• Ability to collaborate across functions.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily accounting, AP, and payroll functions.
• Prepares timely monthly financial statements and analyses.
• Oversees month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manages disbursements and protects company assets.
• Advises management on financial performance and cost control.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Education

CPA

M.S. in accounting

Tools

Excel

Pivot tables

LOOKUP

SUMIFS

Job description

4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Board and executive leadership of Community Hospice & Palliative Care formed Alivia Care Inc. in 2020 with the strategic intent to provide a structure in support of the expanded mission and vision of Community Hospice & Palliative Care and prepare it to respond to changes in care delivery and reimbursement for patients living with advanced or chronic illnesses. The structure of Alivia Care was also designed to support additional programs and services beyond hospice care that will fulfill its goal of serving more people in more places, in order to help them live better with advancing illness.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the CFO, the Controller is responsible for the coordination of the activities of general accounting, decision support, payroll, accounts payable and non-patient billing services. The controller also has responsibility for the treasury function, as well as, ensuring that effective internal controls exist that ensure all company assets are safeguarded across Alivia Care, Inc. This position also requires the preparation of the annual audit, tax return preparation, and the timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external customers. This position is also accountable for 990s, 5500, annual budget preparation and cost reporting for Medicare and Medicaid. The Controller is responsible for ensuring that all companies are following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The position also provides sound management accounting advise; provides Management with concise and timely analyses as to significant changes, trends or variances in financial and statistical information, assuring that historical information on which future plans can be based on is accurate. This position oversees the general accounting and financial reporting functions, as well as the accounts payable and payroll departments.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for all daily functions of the accounting, accounts payable, and payroll departments.
• Directs the preparation and compilation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements and the analysis of the results for all companies.
• Oversees month-end and year-end close processes.
• Directs disbursements function and ensures adequate controls and procedures are in place to protect the company’s assets.
• Acts as an adviser to managers regarding financial performance including identification of potential cost reductions, revenue enhancements or significant trends that impact profitability and operations.
• Proven track record of exceptional leadership and mentoring skills.
• Directs the payroll process for all of the Alivia Care companies to ensure associates are paid timely and accurately.
• Manages and directs the maintenance of the general ledger and supporting subledgers.
• Responsible for providing detailed variance explanations for financial results to the management team and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Reviews preparation of external reports and surveys.
• Conducts review of Medicare Periodic Interim Payments, determines if any adjustments are needed, and prepares projections based on findings.
• Responsible for directing collection of all necessary data for filing of Medicare Cost Report.
• Maintains all appropriate financial and statistical records to meet legal, regulatory and accounting standards.
• Advises and directs finance leadership and team on merger and acquisition activities including the transition of staffing, financial processes and reporting.
• Responsible for maintaining all financials policies for the organization and creating business practices to ensure proper controls are maintained.
• Ensures that company financial records are maintained in compliance with company policies and US GAAP. Responsible for reviewing monthly/annual account reconciliations and other documents to ensure this compliance.
• Accountable for ensuring internal controls are in place to protect company assets.
• Responsible for preparation of the annual budgets.
• Coordinates and oversees work related to the external audit. Is further responsible for the implementation of agreed upon recommendations resulting from the audit findings.
• Responds to inquiries from managers and directors regarding financial results and special reporting requests.
• Executes the implementation of new software relevant to general ledger, budgeting, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Oversees all technical aspects related to accounting, A/P, and payroll functions, including ensuring that the software systems continue to operate as required, identifying the need for technology improvements, and suggesting changes to ensure operations continue efficiently.
• Mentor and train accounting department staff to ensure consistent application of best pract ices, productivity, and adherence to internal controls.
• Will have direct management responsibility of the following: Senior Accountant, Staff Accountants, and Payroll Administrators.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting required.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Time management and prioritizations skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills

Experience

• Extensive knowledge of Excel; pivot tables, LOOKUPS, SUMIFS, as well as charts and graphs.

License / Certification:

• Not Applicable

Education

• CPA required.
• Master’s degree in accounting from an accredited university/college and five (5) years of experience in the accounting field.

Other Requirements

• Ability to form, lead, and develop high-performing teams.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

ADA Statement / Disclaimer

Alivia Care, Inc., including all of its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and the ability to perform the essential functions of a position. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

We participate in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Where applicable, and as required by law, employment with Alivia Care may be contingent upon successful completion of a background screening initiated by the organization through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information about the Clearinghouse, including positions that require screening, can be found here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA