Corporate Controller

Description

Job Title: Corporate Controller

Location: Hybrid

Job Summary

The Corporate Controller will be a key leadership position within a national mental health services organization. We are recruiting a highly skilled and detail-oriented Corporate Controller to lead all aspects of the monthly close cycle, monthly account reconciliations, and maintenance of strong internal controls across the company. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of healthcare revenue recognition, experience working in a fast-paced private equity environment, and strong technical accounting capabilities in multi-entity and multi-site/location company. Experience leading post-acquisition integrating of accounting processes, monthly closes, and general ledger systems onto a centralized platform is highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

Month-End Close Process:

• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain a standardized close calendar, task checklists, and accountability structure to meet reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in compliance with GAAP.
• Coordinate with the Finance, Revenue Cycle Management (RCM), and Operations teams to validate closing entries and ensure completeness of financial data.

Account Reconciliations:

• Oversee the preparation and review of all general ledger balance sheet account reconciliations, including cash, receivables, payables, debt, and equity accounts.
• Ensure reconciliations are completed timely, properly supported, and variances are researched and resolved within a timely manner.
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all balance sheet reconciliations to support internal controls and annual external audits.

Leadership and Process Improvement:

• Lead and mentor a team of accountants, providing guidance and oversight on close activities and reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, RCM, Operations, and Compliance teams to align financial data and practices.

Treasury and Cash Management Oversight:

• Daily cash management activities, including cash positioning, bank transfers, and liquidity monitoring.
• Manage all banking relationships.
• Preparation of weekly 13-week cash projections.
• Corporate credit card and virtual bill pay programs.
• Ensure timely bank reconciliations and maintain effective relationships with banking partners.
• Develop and enforce internal controls over cash handling and treasury operations.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• MBA preferred
• Active CPA certification
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience working in roles such as: Controller, Accounting Director, and/or Accounting Manager
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP and healthcare revenue recognition, including payor dynamics

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and MS Office suite of products (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence and build consensus with key stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using data to drive decisions
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Personal Attributes:

• Results-oriented, with a track record of building strong accounting teams and driving process improvements
• Ability to think strategically while managing the day-to-day operational needs of the business
• Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive in a fast-paced, changing healthcare environment
• Passionate about improving access to high-quality mental health services and advancing the company’s mission

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
• May require long periods of sitting and standing.
• Must have normal or corrected vision and be able to clearly communicate verbally by phone or in person.

LEADERSHIP, CHARACTERISTICS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Exemplifies the mission, vision, and values of the organization: Shows up grounded in the mission of ‘Opening doors to exemplary mental healthcare, significantly improving the lives of patients and our team.’ Puts patients first and collaborates to improve access and create a better tomorrow.
• Cultural Awareness: Embraces differences and unique abilities in others. Displays inclusive behaviors. Possesses the maturity and political sense to be able to adopt best practices and strategies or to seek alternative ways to get things done, as necessary.
• Performance Based Culture: A work history based in creative thinking surrounding “performance-based teams” is critical. The ability to collaborate in the design for the right “go to market” approach is important; focusing on ways to minimize cost while maximizing profits is key.
• Acting with Honor and Character: Is a person of high character; is consistent and acts in line with a clear and visible set of values and beliefs; deals and talks straight; walks his/her talk; is direct and truthful but at the same time can keep confidences.

Why Join Us?

• Lead the strategic direction of payor negotiations for a nationwide mental health services provider.
• Make a significant impact on the accessibility and affordability of mental health care for individuals across the country.
• Work in an innovative and supportive environment, committed to improving the mental health landscape.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any ARC Health Partners.