Controller

About the Role An experienced Controller is needed to lead core accounting operations for a healthcare nonprofit in Minneapolis, MN. This role provides hands-on support across financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis while strengthening oversight of billing and payroll, and guiding a small finance team. What You'll Do

• Direct the daily work of a five-person finance team, setting priorities, reviewing output, and supporting staff development.
• Lead the monthly and year-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of accurate financial reports.
• Oversee the annual external audit by coordinating schedules, preparing documentation, and serving as a primary contact for auditors.
• Produce financial analyses and budgeting insights that help leadership evaluate performance, manage resources, and plan effectively.
• Monitor forecasting activities and recommend adjustments based on operational trends and organizational goals.
• Provide oversight for healthcare billing functions to help ensure timely, accurate revenue processing and follow-up.
• Supervise payroll administration and related controls to support compliant and accurate employee compensation.
• Review key accounting activities such as accounts payable and account reconciliations to maintain strong internal financial controls. What We're Looking For
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Prior experience working in a Controller or senior-level accounting management role.
• Strong background in month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Experience coordinating annual external audits and preparing audit support documentation.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, accounts payable, and healthcare billing operations.
• Ability to lead a team while remaining hands-on in day-to-day accounting and finance work. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: 100000 - 125000 USD yearly.
• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.