Controller/Director of Finance

A top client is seeking a hands-on Controller/Director of Finance 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/Director of Finance will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting support, 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/Director of Finance 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/Director of Finance, you are responsible for

Financial Leadership
Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and fixed assets
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reports
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
Financial Planning & Analysis
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
Develop meaningful financial reporting and KPI dashboards for leadership
Analyze financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Assist leadership with strategic financial decision-making
Internal Controls & Compliance
Establish and maintain strong internal controls
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial procedures
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
Manage tax compliance and relationships with outside accounting firms
Cash & Treasury Management
Monitor cash flow and working capital
Oversee banking relationships
Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning
Process Improvement
Evaluate and improve accounting systems and workflows
Implement scalable processes that support future growth
Identify automation opportunities and operational efficiencies
Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and executive leadership
To be considered for the role, you must possess:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
3+ 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
Preferred
CPA designation
Healthcare services, home health, infusion, hospital, or physician 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!