Controller/Director of Accounting

Forefront is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience.

Position Summary: We are a privately held, high-growth healthcare company seeking an

experienced Controller/Director of Accounting to oversee the financial responsibilities of our

expanding operations. This role will be critical in managing the day-to-day accounting functions,

driving efficient financial reporting, and leveraging the Workday ERP system for operational

scalability. You will be an essential partner to senior leadership, guiding strategic financial

initiatives, driving process improvements, and supporting the company’s financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

· Oversee all accounting functions: Manage day-to-day operations, including accounts

payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and other financial operations

· Financial reporting: Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial

statements in compliance with GAAP

· Month-end and year-end closes: Lead the monthly close process across multiple

entities ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with company goals. Improve

speed and accuracy of financial closes, making them more efficient over time.

· Tax compliance and audits: Oversee tax filings (federal, state, healthcare-specific

taxes), manage audits

· Internal controls: Design, implement, and monitor internal controls and improve

financial reporting.

· Workday ERP: Leverage Workday ERP to streamline accounting workflows, improve

reporting efficiency, and enhance decision-making with real-time analytics.

· Team management and development: Lead, mentor, and expand the accounting

team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

· Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis: Work closely with the FP&A team to

drive the budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.

· Drive continuous improvement: Identify and implement process and system

improvements to enhance financial operations, reduce errors, and scale the accounting

function.

· Strategic support: Collaborate with the executive leadership team on strategic

business initiatives, providing insights and financial data to drive informed decision-

making and support long-term business objectives.

 

Qualifications:

· Experience: A proven track record in a Controllership or Director of Accounting capacity

with at least 8-10 years of progressively responsible accounting and supervisory

experience, with at least 2-3 years in a Controller or Director of Accounting role in a

high-growth, dynamic environment.

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred or a related field

· Workday experience: Experience with Workday ERP is preferred but not required, with

a focus on leveraging the system for financial reporting, compliance, and operational

efficiencies.

· Technical skills: Advanced Excel skills.:

· Analytical & Critical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the

ability to think strategically and manage complex financial issues in a dynamic

environment.

· Communication skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

skills. Ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders and collaborate

effectively with senior leadership.

· Entrepreneurial spirit: Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

while maintaining a long-term vision for scalable financial operations.

 

 

Compensation: $120,000-$150,000 yearly

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.