Corporate Controller - Pediatric Associates

Pediatric Associates was founded in Hollywood, FL in 1955. The same clinician-led, evidence-based, medical home passion is a unifying driver for those who join Pediatric Associates Family of Companies. The Pediatric Associates Family of Companies is a growing team of Pediatricians and Pediatric Care Teammates who are excited to be part of the first nationwide Pediatric Primary Care Medical Home. We further our uniqueness by ensuring the clinician voice is leading our medical home innovations.

Remote Opportunity

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Corporate Controller is responsible for managing all internal and external reporting on behalf of Pediatric Associates and its operating companies (the Company). This is a highly visible position within the Company and requires excellent communication and leadership skills. The Corporate Controller is seen as the internal expert on all US GAAP financial reporting matters and manages teams responsible for operational accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls over financial reporting, financial analysis, tax, and treasury.

The Corporate Controller must be proactive and forward-thinking in their efforts. The Corporate Controller serves as a key management team member and business partner to drive the Company’s financial vision, direction, and compliance to support successful Company operations.

The Corporate Controller works with the Chief Financial Officer and other members of executive management in managing the Company’s treasury activities, risk management, rating agency and lender relationships, and other special projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list may not include all the duties that may be assigned.

Oversee company-wide operational accounting and financial reporting, internal controls over financial reporting, cash management, treasury, and tax.

Develop and manage the highest quality organization, financial systems, and processes to capture and deliver required financial information to all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.

Team regularly with FP&A / Finance Operations team on providing historical information, recasting financials for improved visibility, month-end close & forecasting, and executing the finance & accounting closing calendar ensuring deadlines are met.

Create value for the enterprise by contributing as a strategic and technical partner to the CFO and executive leadership team.

Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit.

Serve as principal interface with the independent public auditors for the planning, coordination and conduct of their annual audit and other services across the company and their reporting to the Audit Committee. Present to the Audit Committee on accounting issues impacting the financial statements, controls, and topics of special interest

Communicate effectively with senior leadership and Audit Committee members regarding financial reporting and control matters.

Provide leadership to the Company’s ongoing internal controls over financial reporting and review process to enhance overall operational efficiency; identify issues early and support an environment of best practices and continuous process improvement.

Maintain current knowledge of changes in accounting and regulatory environments and ensure that the Company is always fully compliant from an audit standpoint.

Responsible for tax planning throughout the fiscal year; files annual corporate tax return.

Prepare various financial presentations for executive management and the Board of Directors of the Company.

Maintain a strong positive relationship with the Company’s external auditors.

Maintain relationships with the external financial investment advisors and other external consultants.

Develop future financial talent through training and mentoring of key individuals, as well as staffing and recruiting of necessary skill sets

Stay ahead of future developments, oversee research of technical accounting issues and develop policies and procedures for new accounting standards. Engage with external auditor on emerging trends in accounting rules and judgmental accounting/reporting.

Responsible for high-risk and elevated-judgement balances including [Stock Compensation, Reserves, Goodwill, purchase price accounting, and liaising with third-party tax advisor on the tax provision.

Support the Company’s ERP and related interconnected systems. Work to continuously streamline and enhance back office systems for increased efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS in Accounting and/or Finance preferred. CPA, MBA, and Big 4 experience preferred.

10+ years of progressive experience in the accounting and finance fields. Recent experience as a senior level accounting professional at a healthcare provider or payor

Ability to perform under the demands and challenges of being a private equity backed company.

Demonstrated success in operating in a “roll-up your sleeves” environment.

Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP), Blackline and Planful (Financial Analysis) is beneficial, else experience with upper-quadrant ERP and EPM tools preferred

Proven success handling and resolving technical accounting issues, including researching and documenting conclusions and coordinating with external auditors.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; effective and credible presenter to executive management and the Audit Committee of the board of the directors.

Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.

Unquestionable ethics and integrity and commitment to excellence.

Managed care and/or provider operations finance experience.

Deep knowledge of US GAAP, with emphasis on the healthcare industry. Track record of dealing with complex accounting issues.

Solid experience managing all external reporting and ensuring that the company is following all US GAAP reporting requirements.

Demonstrable process management experience in a high growth/high performance business and the ability to manage multiple processes.

Excellent people, team building and leadership skills.

The credibility, diplomacy, patience, and communication ability to establish instant credibility and relate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Comfortable in a culture based on personal accountability. Hands-on style and strong work ethic.

WORK AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 8 yrs. experience in the finance profession.

An early career in public accounting is critical.

Managed care, health plan provider operations accounting/finance experience.

Deep knowledge of US GAAP reporting requirements, with emphasis on the healthcare insurance industry.

Solid experience managing all external reporting and ensuring that the company follows all GAAP and Stat reporting requirements.

Advanced General Ledger and financial systems experience including successful GL implementation oversight.

Demonstrable process management experience in a high growth/high performance business and the ability to manage multiple processes.

Excellent people, team building and leadership skills.

Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Strong financial systems and data management experience.

Excellent Microsoft software skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Exercises general supervision of Finance/Accounting Department staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• BS or BA degree with emphasis in an accounting major preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the finance profession.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• CPA certification.
• Upon hire, and for the duration of the employment period, a driver’s license must be active and valid.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices to identify and describe accounting systems and subsystems.
• Knowledge of budgeting and cost accounting principles.
• Knowledge of computer information systems to present financial information.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, prepare and narrative accounting reports, perform mathematical computations accurately and quickly and communicate clearly.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Non-patient facing
• May be either full time remote/telework or rotate working in the office and remote/telework.
• This job must be U.S. based.

• Working in a professional office environment.
• The position involves high & frequent call volumes.
• Environment requires ability to multi-task, communicate clearly & concise, data entry for extended period of times.
• May require sitting or standing for long periods, including stooping, bending & stretching for files and supplies.
• Requires, occasional lifting of files and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, type at 35 wpm, operate calculator, copier, and such other office equipment as necessary.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Vision
• Sense of sound
• Sense of touch

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Adhere to all organizational information security policies and protect all sensitive information including but not limited to ePHI and PHI (Protected Health Information) in accordance with organizational policy, Federal, State, and local regulations.

The Pediatric Associates Family of Companies an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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