Healthcare Controller - Lead Finance & Operations

Poel Group Staffing Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Poel Group in Brooklyn, NY seeks an experienced Controller to lead the finance department, oversee accounting functions, and partner with the CFO and CPAs to ensure accurate reporting. This full-time, in-office role requires hands-on leadership, process improvements, and the ability to manage payroll, AP/AR, close cycles, budgeting, and audits in a healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, vendor negotiations, and a proactive approach to financial systems and

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader.
• Solid knowledge of financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, and close processes.
• Experience in the healthcare or medical field.
• A Plus CPA preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented with a hands-on and problem-solving mindset.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage and improve a finance department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting functions
• Manage month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across all systems
• Supervise and support the finance team, ensuring processes run smoothly
• Identify and implement new systems, tools, and process improvements
• Handle financial escalations independently and provide solutions
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance
• Negotiate with vendors and service providers as needed

Skills

Controller experience

Financial reporting

Payroll

AP/AR

Close processes

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

CPA certification (preferred)

Job description

Poel Group in Brooklyn, NY seeks an experienced Controller to lead the finance department, oversee accounting functions, and partner with the CFO and CPAs to ensure accurate reporting. This full-time, in-office role requires hands-on leadership, process improvements, and the ability to manage payroll, AP/AR, close cycles, budgeting, and audits in a healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, vendor negotiations, and a proactive approach to financial systems and