Overview

We are recruiting an Assistant Controller for a growing mission-driven organization in the Raleigh area. Reporting to the Controller, this individual will play a key role in the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, audit coordination, and continuous improvement of accounting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a highly visible leadership role within a complex, multi-site organization. Responsibilities: Assist in overseeing daily accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and fixed assets. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports in accordance with GAAP. Support the annual financial statement audit and assist with regulatory reporting and compliance activities. Assist with accounting for grants, restricted funding, reimbursement programs, and other regulated revenue sources. Supervise and mentor accounting staff while helping establish efficient workflows and best practices. Partner with finance and operational leaders to improve reporting, strengthen internal controls, and enhance accounting processes. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis to support organizational decision-making. Participate in system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and special projects that improve operational efficiency. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA-track preferred. Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within healthcare, nonprofit, physician practice, or another highly regulated industry. Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, healthcare reimbursement, and grant or fund accounting. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, polit