FHCP Controller, Remote

Florida Blue (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida)

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Controller leads the accounting function, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for GuideWell. This role partners closely with executive leadership to provide accurate, timely, and actionable financial information, while strengthening governance, improving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making. The Controller ensures the integrity of financial results, oversees month-end and year-end close activities, and maintains a strong control environment in a highly regulated setting.

Requirements

6+ years related work experience.
Progressive accounting or finance experience.
Experience managing month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit coordination.
Demonstrated experience across multiple accounting functions, including AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger.
3+ years direct supervisory/management experience.
Related Bachelor's degree required Accounting.
CPA - Certified Public Accountant.
3+ years of statutory accounting experience.
Experience leading accounting staff and coordinating work across finance, operations, and administrative teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and team performance in a fast-paced environment.
Experience coaching, developing, and evaluating team members.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration.
Experience with public accounting audit processes or financial statement audit coordination.
Experience in healthcare finance, hospital accounting, or a related regulated environment strongly preferred.
Experience with ERP and financial systems used in healthcare environments.
Strong knowledge of Model Audit Rule controls, audit readiness, and compliance practices.
Advanced Excel, financial modeling, and analytical reporting skills.
Ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.
Experience improving accounting workflows, automating processes, and enhancing reporting systems.
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

Direct all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and related functions.
Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure financial statements are accurate, complete, and issued on time.
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
Maintain documented accounting policies, procedures, and controls that support compliance and consistency.
Ensure customer revenue is recorded appropriately, review receivables, and monitor collection and aging trends.
Coordinate external and regulatory audits and related documentation requests to ensure timely completion.
Prepare reports and filings required by governmental, regulatory, and statutory agencies.
Partner with compliance, care management, operations, and executive leadership on financial governance and regulatory requirements.
Support adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as healthcare-specific requirements.
Lead process improvement efforts to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and enhance reporting quality.
Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff.
Participate in leadership meetings and serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior management.
Oversee capital assets, including acquisition, transfer, disposal, and annual inventory.
Support system improvements and workflow enhancements across accounting operations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance
Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs
Leave programs to support personal circumstances
Retirement Savings Plan including employer match
Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days
Additional voluntary benefits available
A comprehensive wellness program
Competitive pay
Opportunities for incentive or commission compensation
Regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases