Controller in Plano, Texas

Controller Position

A top client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a growing healthcare services organization located in Richardson, TX. This is a unique opportunity to join a leadership team during an exciting period of organizational transition and help build the financial infrastructure for the company's next chapter.

The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, cash management, and compliance while serving as a strategic business partner to executive leadership. This individual must be equally comfortable operating at both the strategic and tactical levels, with a willingness to roll up their sleeves.

Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the Controller will be responsible for the integrity of the company's financial reporting, accounting operations, and financial controls. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical accounting expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and experience building scalable financial processes within healthcare or other service-based organizations.

As the Controller, you are responsible for:

• Leading all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and fixed assets
• Managing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Preparing accurate and timely financial statements and management reports
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements

• Establishing and maintaining strong internal controls
• Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and financial procedures
• Coordinating annual audits and serving as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Managing tax compliance and relationships with outside accounting firms

• Monitoring cash flow and working capital
• Overseeing banking relationships
• Supporting cash forecasting and liquidity planning

• Evaluating and improving accounting systems and workflows
• Implementing scalable processes that support future growth
• Identifying automation opportunities and operational efficiencies

• Leading, mentoring, and developing the accounting team
• Fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partnering cross-functionally with operations, HR, and executive leadership

To be considered for the role, you must possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 5+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Proven ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• CPA designation
• Healthcare services experience
• Experience in a private equity-backed or entrepreneurial company
• Experience improving financial processes and controls during periods of change
• Familiarity with multi-location operations

If you feel that you are a great fit for this opportunity, please apply today!