Controller
Vaco by Highspring · Raleigh, NC · 3 days ago
AccountingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and fixed assets.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close processes while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to support compliance and operational efficiency.
- Oversee accounting for grants, restricted funding, third-party reimbursement programs, and other regulated revenue streams.
- Partner with revenue cycle and operational leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting and support ongoing performance improvement initiatives.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
- Partner with executive leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, strategic planning, and continuous process improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA strongly preferred.
- Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities within healthcare, nonprofit, or similarly regulated environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, healthcare reimbursement, and fund or grant accounting.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or accounting systems, along with strong communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.