dental cfo and cpa

CORE MDSO; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE MDSO in San Diego, CA, seeks a Dental CFO and CPA to lead the financial strategy across its dental practices. This full-time, on-site role focuses on planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and reliable financial reporting while ensuring GAAP compliance.

You will supervise accounting functions, partner with clinical and operations leaders to drive profitability, manage taxes, and support growth initiatives including new practice integrations.

Qualifications

• CPA license and senior finance experience (CFO/Controller) in dental/healthcare or multisite service organizations.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial modeling.
• Experience with GAAP, tax planning for professional service entities; multi-location operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and reporting for multiple dental offices.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and implement internal controls.
• Collaborate with clinical and operations leadership to optimize profitability.
• Support growth initiatives including new practice integrations and capital projects.
• Mentor finance team and coordinate with external auditors and banking partners.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

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

MBA or Master’s in Accounting/Finance preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

GAAP reporting tools

Job description

Company Description

CORE MDSO is a doctor-founded dental support organization dedicated to helping dental practices unlock their full potential while maintaining ownership and clinical control. The company provides a comprehensive support ecosystem that includes expert guidance, advanced marketing strategies, and state-of-the-art management services and technology. CORE MDSO focuses on enhancing patient care and experience, improving practice efficiency and productivity, and increasing revenue and profitability. The organization also helps practices navigate complex regulatory requirements and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across its community of dental professionals.

Role Description

The Dental CFO and CPA is a full-time, on-site role based in San Diego, CA, responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, accounting operations, and fiscal integrity of CORE MDSO and its supported practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing financial planning and analysis, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting for multiple dental offices. This role will supervise accounting functions such as general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and tax compliance, ensuring adherence to GAAP and relevant regulatory standards. The Dental CFO and CPA will partner with clinical and operations leadership to evaluate practice performance, optimize profitability, and support growth initiatives, including new practice integrations and capital projects. The role also involves developing internal controls, mentoring finance team members, collaborating with external auditors and banking partners, and providing clear financial insights to executive leadership and practice owners.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and substantial experience in a senior finance role (CFO, Controller, or equivalent), preferably within dental, healthcare, or multisite service organizations.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.
• Expertise in accounting principles and practices, including GAAP compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with tax planning and compliance for professional service entities, including knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to healthcare or dental practices.
• Proficiency with accounting and practice management systems, along with advanced skills in Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, including clinicians and practice owners.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including building and directing finance and accounting teams and collaborating effectively across departments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Accounting/Finance) is preferred.
• Experience in multi-location or group practice environments, M&A integration, and performance