Controller - Private Equity SaaS Healthcare

Council Capital • Wilmington, DE

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Alivia Analytics is a rapidly growing healthcare technology company supporting commercial and government payers in the fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) space. Our AI-driven platform, Alivia 360, delivers payment integrity and financial outcomes across the healthcare ecosystem. As a standalone SaaS company backed by private equity, we operate in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment that requires strong financial discipline, scalable processes, and exceptional execution. The Controller will play a central role in ensuring the company is audit-ready, cash-flow positive, and operationally excellent through this transition and beyond. The Controller is a key financial leader responsible for owning all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across multiple revenue models (SaaS, professional services, contingency-based recovery). This individual will manage the month-end close, lead the external audit, and deliver timely, actionable financial reporting to support strategic decision-making by PE sponsors and the executive team. This is a hands-on role. The ideal candidate thrives in a lean environment, builds before they hire, automates before they add headcount, and treats every close cycle and reporting package as a reflection of the function they are building. We recently implemented NetSuite (November 2025) and are actively adding advanced features, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to shape a modern accounting infrastructure from the ground up.

Requirements

• CPA required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3+ years in senior accounting roles (controller, director of accounting, or equivalent scope)
• Strong, hands-on NetSuite experience (GL, revenue, reporting, workflow optimization). Other large ERPs acceptable with strong justification.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606, and multi-stream revenue environments (SaaS, services, contingency)
• Demonstrated success managing audits and building internal controls
• Ability to commute to Newtown Square, PA for hybrid schedule (2-3 days/week in office)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a standalone company backed by Private Equity (board reporting, covenant compliance, investor cadence)
• Experience in healthcare, payment integrity, or technology-enabled services
• Track record of automating manual accounting processes in a scaling environment
• FP&A fluency and ability to build cash flow forecasting and operational models
• Experience supporting M&A diligence or continuation vehicle processes
• Familiarity with ADP, Bill.com, DocuSign, and Carta

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process with a target of WD5 completion (current state: 10-12 days), with a long-term vision of a 2-day close
• Oversee general ledger management, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial controls
• Manage payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities
• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing across SaaS, professional services/consulting, and contingency-based recovery services
• Leverage NetSuite to streamline reconciliations, journal entries, approvals, and reporting
• Deliver monthly financial reporting packages and loan reporting packets by WD10 (current state: ~WD20)
• Build and maintain NetSuite dashboards, saved searches, and reporting tools to enhance visibility
• Shift reporting focus from data delivery to analysis and actionable insight
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities in partnership with the Sr. Financial Analyst
• Build and maintain a comprehensive cash flow tracking and forecasting model across all contracts and customers
• Lead revenue recognition across all revenue streams: SaaS subscription revenue (ASC 606), Professional services / consulting, Contingency-based recovery services
• Document and maintain accounting policies, controls, and procedures for each revenue stream, including lease accounting for new locations and unique deal structures
• Become primary point of contact for technical accounting & 3rd party management
• Ensure proper NetSuite configuration and documentation to support ASC 606 compliance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors
• Deliver a clean annual audit by May 1 with zero material weaknesses
• Maintain strong internal controls, documentation, and system permissions
• Ensure compliance with all financial, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• Manage and mentor the Senior Accountant and two part-time contractors
• Elevate the Senior Accountant to work at the top of their license by shifting administrative tasks to contractors
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations within first 90 days
• Build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Identify and implement automation opportunities within NetSuite (workflows, approvals, reconciliations, reporting, statistical accounts for bookings/ARR)
• Lead implementation of NetSuite forecasting and budgeting modules
• Leverage AI and automation tools to modernize the accounting function
• Support system improvements and integrations as the business grows
• Partner with the Sr. Financial Analyst on revenue data for forecasting and budgeting alignment
• Maintain active, collaborative relationships with external tax advisors and auditors
• Engage regularly with internal department leaders to provide financial guidance and strengthen operational decision-making
• Support PE sponsor reporting requirements, covenant compliance, and board-level financial communication

Benefits

• High-growth healthcare SaaS platform with clear product-market fit in the payment integrity space
• PE-backed Opportunity to build and own the accounting function from the ground up with a recently implemented NetSuite platform
• Strong, mission-driven leadership team with deep domain expertise
• Lean environment where your work directly impacts company trajectory and investor outcomes
• Collaborative team with talented colleagues across accounting and FP&A

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees