Strategic Healthcare Controller, Hybrid (Near Irvine)

Veritas Search Group; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Search Group in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and drive process improvements for a growing healthcare organization.

The ideal candidate blends strong GAAP expertise with an operational mindset, technological savvy, and the ability to collaborate across departments. You will streamline close processes, optimize financial systems, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years of management experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience improving month-end close procedures, reconciliations, and accounting workflows.
• Proven ability to lead and develop an accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Lead and improve month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve financial processes.
• Optimize accounting systems and technology platforms, including ERP, accounts payable, and reconciliation tools.
• Manage financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead annual audits and ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with operational leaders and cross-functional teams to improve data accuracy, reporting, and financial performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning initiatives.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key operational metrics.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership.

Job description

Veritas Search Group in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and drive process improvements for a growing healthcare organization.

The ideal candidate blends strong GAAP expertise with an operational mindset, technological savvy, and the ability to collaborate across departments. You will streamline close processes, optimize financial systems, and develop a high-performing accounting team.