Vice President, Controller

Progyny • New York, NY

143d • $210,000 - $230,000

About The Position

As the VP, Controller, you will lead a team of accounting professionals and oversee all aspects of a global accounting function. You will ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, optimize accounting operations (including accounts payable and payroll), and promote the flow of decision-ready financial information to key stakeholders. A key priority will be streamlining accounting processes through technology and process improvements.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• CPA required; CMA or CFA a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master's degree (MBA, MHA, or MS) preferred.
• Experience in publicly traded organizations required.
• Healthcare industry and Big Four experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate preparation of financial information including revenue, claims, operating expenses, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, accruals, subsidiaries, corporate accounting, commission and incentive plans, payroll, and variance analysis.
• Ensure effective internal controls, policies, and procedures; identify and mitigate potential issues.
• Manage month- and quarter-end closing, consolidation, and financial reporting for SEC filings (10Q/10K or equivalent).
• Collaborate on strategic initiatives (new products, M&A, transactions) to evaluate accounting implications.
• Lead external audit processes and maintain strong auditor relationships.
• Ensure integrity of financial information across US GAAP, statutory accounting, SOX, and ESG standards.
• Manage accounts payable from vendor onboarding to payment.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and tax filings.
• Research and document accounting matters; educate teams on policy applications and new standards.
• Champion automation, AI strategy, and process improvements in partnership with Finance Transformation.
• Improve policies and desktop procedures for accounting decisions.
• Establish high-frequency financial reviews for near-real-time visibility.
• Oversee internal controls design, implementation, and testing.
• Partner with FP&A and other stakeholders on financial data governance.
• Determine optimal operating model and team structure for controllership.
• Drive the vision and culture of the Controllership function.
• Foster a data-driven and technology-accepting culture.
• Inspire increased financial accuracy and transparency.
• Oversee talent management to develop high-performing finance and accounting teams.
• Provide strategic accounting leadership across operations and cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CAO on accounting strategy.
• Align analytics and reporting with FP&A to avoid duplication.
• Collaborate with treasury and finance teams to optimize cash flow and projections.

Benefits

• Paid family and parental leave, preconception, fertility and family building benefits (including egg freezing, IVF, and adoption support), family and pet care fund, and Parents' Employee Affiliation Group.
• Menopause and midlife care.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance options for employees and family.
• Free in-person, virtual and text-based mental health and wellness support.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal days and summer flex time.
• Company equity.
• Bonus program.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Access to on-demand legal and financial advice.
• Learning and development programs to help you grow professionally and a mentorship program.
• Company social events to include annual volunteer day and donation matching.
• Flex days (3 days a week in the office) and onsite meals and snacks for employees reporting into our NY office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees