Healthcare Controller - Jacksonville, Fl

Vaco
$165,000.00 - $175,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Florida, Jacksonville
Apr 20, 2025
Job Title:Controller Location:Jacksonville, FL (Hybrid) Salary:$165,000 - $175,000 DOE Company:Vaco by Highspring (on behalf of a large healthcare organization) Vaco is seeking an experienced Healthcare Controller to lead and manage the financial operations of our client's healthcare organization. This role is responsible for overseeing all accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate brings deep healthcare finance expertise, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets Prepare and review timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP Lead the monthly close process and ensure accuracy of all reporting Develop and manage the annual budget and periodic forecasts in collaboration with executive leadership Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including Medicare/Medicaid cost reporting, and 340B program (if applicable) Manage audits and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies Maintain and improve internal control processes and ensure SOX or other regulatory compliance as applicable Support financial integration and reporting for mergers, acquisitions, or new practice onboarding Provide financial insights and support strategic planning, performance monitoring, and variance analysis Collaborate with clinical and administrative departments to ensure financial goals align with operational priorities Evaluate and implement accounting software and technology upgrades to improve efficiency Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring professional development and high performance Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred Minimum of 10years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5years in a leadership role. Prior experience in a Controller or Assistant Controller role strongly preferred Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement models, revenue cycle, and compliance requirements Strong understanding of GAAP and tax compliance regulations Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, or similar Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring 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/Highspring 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. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. 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.