Controller POST NUMBER: 455799
CPA Required | Hybrid | ASC 606
Our client is looking for a Controller who will lead core financial operations for a dynamic and growing organization in the healthcare technology space. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution, ideal for professionals experienced in fast-paced, early-stage environments.
- Oversee daily accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
- Drive timely and accurate month-end and year-end closings, and prepare financial statements and executive summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards such as GAAP and ASC 606 and maintain robust internal controls.
- Manage tax filings and serve as the primary liaison for external audits and accounting partners.
- Lead migration from basic accounting software to a more scalable ERP platform.
- Build and mentor a small but capable finance team as the company expands.
- Partner with senior leadership to develop forecasts, budgets, and financial models that support strategic decision-making.
- Monitor capital expenditures and manage the lifecycle of fixed assets.
- Assist with financial aspects of contract review and deal closure.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
- CPA certification is required.
- Solid experience in transactional accounting and financial reporting. Prior exposure to startup or small business environments is highly valued.
- Preferably from healthcare, biotech, or medical device sectors. Candidates from unrelated industries may not be a match.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and familiarity with ERP systems like NetSuite.
- Comfortable with both strategic planning and hands-on execution.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.