Controller

HealthCentral

Controller managing accounting operations and financial reporting for HealthCentral, a health media and technology company. Leading financial accuracy and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, billing, payroll support, commissions, and revenue recognition
Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
Oversee revenue recognition and expense management in accordance with GAAP
Prepare and review monthly trial balances, financial statements, reconciliations, variance analyses, and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders
Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support operational scalability and audit readiness
Lead annual financial audits, tax support processes, and external banking or compliance audits
Manage cash flow monitoring and support financial forecasting and budgeting activities in partnership with leadership
Oversee the annual 1099 process and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements
Manage lender reporting requirements and maintain compliance with debt agreements, audit requests, and stakeholder information requests
Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting workflows, and accounting processes through automation and operational efficiencies
Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership teams to provide financial insights that support strategic business objectives
Support future team growth, mentorship, and development within the accounting function as the organization scales
Contribute to broader strategic and operational initiatives across the company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA strongly preferred
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience leading accounting operations
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes
Experience managing month-end close processes in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement scalable accounting procedures
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Experience in digital media, healthcare media, SaaS, advertising, or other high-growth environments preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Rich health plans
Dynamic benefits package
Flexible remote working culture
401K
21 days PTO
6 Wellness Days
2 Volunteer Days
2 Floating Holidays
Extensive holiday schedule
Summer Fridays

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Hard Skills & Tools

general ledgeraccounts payableaccounts receivablefixed assetsbillingpayroll supportrevenue recognitionfinancial reportingGAAPfinancial forecasting

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsstrategic thinkingmentorshipleadershipcollaborationprocess improvementoperational efficiency

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA