Assistant Controller
symplr
Assistant Controller
- ID
- 2025-1719
- Category
- Finance & Accounting
- Position Type
- Regular Full-Time
- Min
- USD $125,000.00/Yr.
- Max
- USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Overview
The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting the accounting department's operations, including ownership of monthly reporting, financial statement preparation, accounting analysis, budgeting, tax compliance, fixed assets, and financial audits. This role collaborates with various levels within the organization and external parties, such as auditors and lenders. The Assistant Controller relies on their experience and judgment to contribute to the achievement of departmental and individual goals.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists in establishing and maintaining accounting principles and practices that comply with GAAP, tax requirements, and management reporting requirements
- Manage month end close process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of results
- Supports the implementation of best practices for achieving company-specific finance and accounting functional objectives
- Prepares and assists in the preparation of summary analyses on departmental results that accompany monthly reporting packages
- Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
- Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure of the company
- Interfaces with the Board, lenders, rating agencies and investors and presents financial data and analysis
- Serves as a thought partner to the senior leadership team on finance and accounting related matters
- Ensure tax compliance for income and sales and use tax, as well as transfer pricing for international entities
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and assists in the coordination of activities for periodic audits by internal and external entities
- Supports the production of periodic financial reports, ensuring that the reported results comply with GAAP or international financial reporting standards
- Coordinates activities in the preparation of periodic audits by internal and external entities
- Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit
- Ensures that record systems and procedures are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements
- Oversees accounting for and integration of acquired entities, including purchase accounting and preparation of purchase price allocation with third party vendor
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration
- Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant accounting experience
- Proven experience leading and managing a team, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities and the ability to foster a collaborative environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- CPA or CMA certification
- Experience in a healthcare technology company or a company with recurring revenue cycles
- Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
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The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this opening.
About symplr:
symplr is revolutionizing healthcare operations with a first-of-its-kind platform that drives effective, efficient, and connected workflows while increasing operational benefits and scaling clinical, financial, and quality outcomes—driving value where it matters most.
We are a remote-first company with employees working across the United States, India, and the Netherlands. Guided by values, we focus on teamwork, championing our customers, being rooted in action and outcomes, overcoming challenges, and leading through equality and integrity. Read more about symplr's culture and values at symplr.com/careers.
Perks & Benefits:
- Company Sponsored Medical, Dental & Vision
- Safe Harbor 401K with Employer Matching up to 5%, eligible upon hire with immediate vesting
- HSA Employer Contributions, Employer Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and AD&D Insurance Plans
- Permissive Time Off Plans, Volunteer Time Off, & 12 Paid Holidays
- Fully Paid Medical Leaves of Absence and Bonding Leaves for new parents
- Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education Reimbursement available
- Additional Employer-Paid Programs: Cleo Family Services, Care@Work Memberships, Headspace Memberships, LifeMart Discounts, and more!
symplr is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities, symplr has established alternative methods to complete the application process. Disabled applicants needing assistance are encouraged to call 281.863.9500 if further assistance is required.
To all recruitment agencies: we do not accept resumes or partnership opportunities. Please do not forward resumes to symplr or any of our employees. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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