Controller

Vaco
$160,000.00 - $180,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Mar 28, 2025
Controller Atlanta, GA (Hybrid Flexibility) We are recruiting on behalf of afast-growing, PE-backed healthcare services company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. In acquisition mode, this dynamic organization offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by building and shaping its internal accounting function, hiring a team, and implementing scalable processes for future growth. The company prides itself on its collaborative culture, competitive compensation and benefits package, and exceptional leadership team. About the Role: The Controller will work closely with the CFO to transform the accounting function from outsourced to in-house, creating and leading a high-performing team. This pivotal role will be responsible for: Financial reporting Accounts payable (A/P) Revenue accounting and physician compensation calculations Month-end close processes General ledger (GL) accounting Ensuring GAAP compliance Providing audit support Driving best practices across the accounting function Given the company's acquisitive nature, the Controller will also manage acquisition integration accounting, including transitioning newly acquired practices from cash to accrual-based accounting. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Develop and implement processes and systems to support the company's rapid growth. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's preferred). CPA designation required. 9-11+ years of relevant and progressive experience. Prior experience as a Controller Experience working within a multi-site healthcare services company (required) Strong leadership and mentoring skills. Expertise in acquisition integration accounting and physician compensation accounting. Experience utilizing mid-sized systems like Sage Intacct or Netsuite. Background in high-growth, private equity-backed environments. Why this opportunity? Be a key player in shaping the company's financial future. Enjoy a hybrid work environment with flexibility. Thrive in a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. Note - seeking Atlanta-based talent exclusively for this opportunity. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.