Controller

Headfarmer has partnered with a well-established healthcare organization in Scottsdale, Arizona in its search for a Controller to step in immediately on a consulting basis.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll balance reviewing and approving high-level financial activity with day-to-day involvement in month-end close and other accounting and finance functions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with 5+ years of progressive accounting experience at the leadership level. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls will be important for success in this role.

Work Schedule: Hybrid — 2 days per week from home and 3 days per week onsite in Scottsdale

Engagement timeframe: Approximately 3 months, with the potential to extend based on business needs and additional projects

Your Key Responsibilities will Include:

• Oversee, support and lead accounting staff, including training, reviewing/approving transactions and performance reviews
• Prepare financial statements, journal entries and complex reconciliations, along with Ad Hoc reporting for month-end
• Provide technical accounting guidance and spearhead process improvement initiatives to create more efficiencies within the accounting/finance department
• Assist with external audit requests, prepare supporting schedules, and provide requested financial data to appropriate departments
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting and planning functions
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements, including GAAP and applicable accounting standards
• Ad hoc reporting, analysis and other special project as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with prior experience in an accounting leadership or supervisory role
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements and streamline accounting operations
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Strong leadership, mentorship, training, and coaching skills with a focus on developing and supporting team members
• Experience managing or supporting external audits and auditor requests