Controller Head of Accounting
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Job Summary
Controller / Head of Accounting
Brooklyn NY (Onsite)
$160000 $180000
Position Overview
A growing home care agency is seeking a strong hands-on Controller to lead and scale a high-performing finance team. This role is ideal for a Controller who knows how to build structure drive accountability and run a well-oiled operation while supporting a multi-entity multi-state organization.
The Ideal Candidate
Proven experience leading and developing accounting/finance teams with strong accountability
Confident decision-maker who can hire coach and make tough calls when needed
Strong operational mindset with the ability to build processes and improve systems
Advanced Excel skills; strong understanding of GL systems (Intacct a plus)
Experience with Viventium payroll and/or HHAexchange is a plus
Healthcare experience preferred home care strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting functions including GL AP cash management and financial reporting
Lead month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes across multiple entities
Prepare consolidated financials across NY and out-of-state operations
Manage audits cost reports and regulatory filings (LHCSA)
Ensure compliance with GAAP wage parity overtime and labor regulations
Build manage and develop a high-performing accounting team with clear expectations
Partner with Operations and HR to drive financial and operational alignment
Oversee cash flow banking relationships and multi-account forecasting
Analyze profitability by payer service line and geography; monitor KPIs and margins
Support pricing reimbursement analysis and payer contract strategy
Lead budgeting forecasting and financial modeling for growth initiatives
Support multi-state expansion new entity setup and integrations
Establish internal controls policies and scalable financial systems
Oversee ERP payroll and billing system improvements/implementations
Manage insurance (GL/PL Workers Compensation)
Qualifications & Must-Haves
3 years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibility
Proven ability to manage and scale teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of financial reporting audits and multi-entity structures
Healthcare experience preferred home care (LHCSA/CDPAP) strongly preferred
Expertise in Excel and financial systems; Intacct preferred
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