Assistant Controller

PSN Services•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing daily accounting operations, month-end close processes, financial reporting, and compliance across the organization. The position helps maintain accurate financial records, deliver timely reporting to leadership and investors, support audits, and improve processes in a multi-entity healthcare environment. It also serves as a resource and mentor to accounting team members and works with Revenue Cycle, HR/Payroll, Supply Chain, and Operations. The role oversees and reviews accounting activities and financial schedules, supports monthly and year-end close, prepares financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP, and assists with budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance. It also supports accounting-system improvements and acquisitions, while helping establish consistent practices across entities and facilities. Legent Health describes its mission as providing first-class healthcare that puts patients first and its vision as becoming a nationwide leader in compassionate, quality healthcare. Its stated values are Respect, Service, and Leadership. The company offers a supportive, values-driven culture and is an equal opportunity employer. Employment eligibility is verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control principles.
Experience with month-end close, financial statement preparation, and reconciliations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to partner with finance and non-finance leaders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and modeling.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-eligible status is strongly preferred.
Experience in healthcare, multi-entity, or private-equity-backed organizations is preferred.
Experience with general ledger systems such as Sage Intacct and financial reporting tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, fixed assets, and general ledger maintenance.
Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules for accuracy and completeness.
Oversee multi-entity accounting processes, including intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.
Assist with maintaining and optimizing the chart of accounts and financial reporting structures.
Lead components of the monthly close to support timely and accurate reporting.
Prepare and/or review reconciliations, including bank, accrual, prepaid, payroll, revenue, and capital expenditure reconciliations.
Support variance analysis, flux commentary, and monthly reporting packages for leadership.
Assist with year-end activities, audit preparation, and coordination with external auditors.
Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
Support the Controller in maintaining internal controls and complying with SOX-aligned processes and healthcare regulatory requirements.
Assist with policy development, documentation, and ongoing compliance reviews.
Support annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and financial modeling as needed.
Partner with operations leaders to understand performance metrics, expense trends, and financial drivers.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls.
Support system upgrades, integrations, and technology implementations, including accounting, payroll, expense, and procurement systems.
Help develop standardized procedures for new acquisitions and newly onboarded facilities.
Provide guidance, training, and support to staff accountants and AP/AR team members.
Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, and Operations to support data accuracy and operational alignment.
Assist in onboarding new entities and maintaining consistent accounting practices during acquisitions.