Controller

ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE•Franklin, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Our associates deliver a higher standard of business services to support medical care and behavioral health care. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier. This is a build, not maintain, environment. The Controller will design, implement, and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, building the formal close calendar, checklists, and accountability structures the organization currently lacks. They will ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including multi-entity consolidations. The role oversees all aspects of the general ledger, leads the preparation of management reporting packages, and presents financial results to the CFO and senior leadership. Additionally, the Controller manages cash flow reporting and treasury functions, assesses the company's current accounting environment, and develops a roadmap for building formal internal controls. They will document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, establish segregation of duties, and prepare the organization for its first formal external audit. The position provides technical accounting guidance, ensures compliance with financial regulations, oversees corporate income tax compliance, and manages 401(k) plan administration, risk management, and corporate insurance programs. The Controller also oversees the fleet management program, evaluates and optimizes accounting systems, and partners with other departments on strategic initiatives. They advise the CEO and senior leadership on fiscal matters and oversee government and regulatory reporting. Demonstrating sound judgment, professionalism, and composure is essential when addressing complex situations and interacting with stakeholders.

Requirements

Overall Business Experience – 10+ years required
Undergraduate Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting required
5-10 years of managerial experience required
Monthly/Quarterly/Annual close experience (5+ years), public accounting experience can take the place of required 5 to 10 years
Experience working with information technology and proficiency with software packages including Excel and Word required
5-10 years of Budgeting/Forecasting/Cash Flow Reporting experience required
3-5 years of treasury function experience (insurance, tax, etc.) required
Strong presentation skills required

Nice To Haves

15+ years preferred overall business experience
MBA preferred
Public accounting background/CPA preferred
Non-finance experience (business operations, sales, etc.) preferred
Public company experience preferred
IPO experience preferred
Healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process—building the formal close calendar, checklists, and accountability structures the organization currently lacks.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including multi-entity consolidations.
Oversee all aspects of the general ledger: revenue recognition, fixed assets, leases, intercompany transactions, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Lead the preparation of management reporting packages and present financial results to the CFO and senior leadership.
Manage cash flow reporting and treasury functions, including the corporate banking relationship.
Assess the company's current accounting environment and develop a roadmap for building formal internal controls.
Document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across all financial processes; create a controls framework.
Establish segregation of duties, approval workflows, and financial governance structures to protect company assets and ensure data integrity.
Proactively identify control gaps and implement remediation plans; prepare the organization for its first formal external audit.
Lead coordination of external audit preparation, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors when the time comes.
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas, applying U.S. GAAP standards including revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and other applicable standards.
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal financial regulations.
Oversee corporate income tax compliance, including timely and accurate completion of all federal, state, and local tax returns.
Manage 401(k) plan administration and oversee risk management and corporate insurance programs.
Oversee the fleet management program and ensure proper financial tracking.
Evaluate and optimize the company's accounting systems, ERP, and reporting tools; identify and implement automation and workflow improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Partners functionally with operations, HR, legal, and executive leadership on strategic initiatives, special projects, and financial planning.
Advise the CEO and senior leadership on matters of fiscal importance and strategic financial risk.
Oversee government and regulatory reporting, including insurance reports, census surveys, and other required filings.
Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, emotional maturity, and composure when addressing complex situations, resolving conflict, and interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
Perform all other duties as assigned.