Controller
Zócalo Health
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $190,000 - $210,000 per year
About the role
- Own and lead the full accounting function, including AR/AP, general ledger, close, and financial reporting
- Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, delivering accurate, timely, and board-ready financials
- Prepare the company for and lead the first annual audit, including auditor coordination, documentation, and process readiness
- Design, implement, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance and RCM on budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and cash management
- Select, implement, and optimize accounting systems and tools to support scale
- Build scalable, automated processes to support a high-growth, fast-paced operating environment
- Own technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition and complex transactions as the business evolves
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Experience operating in a high-growth, early-stage company environment
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience preparing companies for audit
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
- Experience managing external audits and working with auditors
- Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks), expense platforms (e.g., Ramp, Bill.com), and advanced Excel
- Familiarity with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., Rippling, TriNet)
- Experience with multi-state compliance and tax considerations
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to partner with executive leadership
- Ownership mindset with a focus on building, improving, and scaling systems and processes.
Benefits
- Equity compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- 401k
- Flexible PTO policy - take the time you need to recharge
- $1,000 home office stipend
- We provide the equipment needed for this role.
- Opportunity for rapid career progression with plenty of room for personal growth.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
accountingfinancial reportingGAAP compliancerevenue recognitionbudgetingforecastingcash managementinternal controlsaudit preparationmulti-state compliance
Soft Skills
cross-functional collaborationownership mindsetleadershiporganizational skillscommunication skills
Certifications
CPABachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Finance