Controller

Axia Women's Health is the nation’s largest community-based, integrated women's health network in the country serving women throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. At its core, Axia Women’s Health is a community of over 400 providers across nearly 150 locations committed to providing a more caring, connected, and progressive health care experience for women. Its rapidly growing network spans OB/GYN care, breast health, high-risk pregnancy care, urogynecology care, behavioral health, and fertility. Together, Axia Women's Health puts women first by delivering the personalized care needed for women to lead healthier, happier lives. Axia Women’s Health has been recognized as the #1 Physician Practice for Women’s Health by Castle Connolly and certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. Learn more at www.axiawh.com . Essential Functions: Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting through automation, system integrations, and dashboard creation. Prepare and present financial results and variance analyses to executive leadership and the Board of Directors. Manage the annual external audit process and relationships with auditors and external advisors. Own the monthly and quarterly close process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation in accordance with US GAAP. Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, cash management, and payroll. Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Collaborate cross-functionally with Revenue Cycle, HR, Operations, and FP&A to ensure consistent and accurate financial practices, including support for revenue recognition models and budgeting processes. Enhance and maintain internal control systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP and preparation for potential audit, acquisition, or IPO activity. Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, controls, and reporting. Revenue Recognition & Healthcare Accounting Oversee revenue recognition processes and related controls. Partner closely with Revenue Cycle Management teams to validate revenue reporting and financial results. Ensure accurate accounting for healthcare-related transactions and revenue streams. Support accounting activities related to MSO and physician practice operations. Audit, Compliance & Controls Serve as the primary contact for external auditors. Coordinate annual audits and support other financial compliance initiatives. Maintain and strengthen internal controls across the accounting organization. Ensure accounting practices remain compliant with applicable regulations and standards. Leadership & Business Partnership Lead and develop accounting managers and team members. Partner with operational leaders and physician groups as the voice of Accounting. Collaborate with the CFO and Finance team to support organizational initiatives and strategic decision-making. Provide accounting guidance and support for new business initiatives, acquisitions, and operational changes. Supervisory Responsibilities 4 Midlevel Managers (including payroll / AP) Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, including Accounting Managers, AP/AR, and senior accountants. Experience and Education Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of accounting teams. Prior experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or similar accounting leadership role. Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, technical accounting, and financial reporting requirements. Experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, and external audits. Strong leadership, team development, and cross-functional business partnership skills. Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (e.g., Great Plains, NetSuite, Tableau, Power BI). Preferred CPA designation strongly preferred. Healthcare, physician practice, MSO, or other multi-site healthcare experience. Experience in a high-growth and/or private equity-backed environment. Revenue recognition and revenue cycle management experience. Combination of public accounting and private industry experience. Big 4 public accounting experience. Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or rapidly growing organizations The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Full Time Benefits Summary Full time benefit-eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire 401(k) with company match Generous PTO offering with additional time off for volunteering Choice of multiple medical insurance plans to best meet your needs Access to Axia providers at little to no cost through Axia’s medical insurance Axia-paid life insurance, short term and long term disability Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law Access to discount on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through the Great Works Perks Program Additional insurance options including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA w/ employer contribution, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more! At Axia Women’s Health, we’re passionate about creating a community where our colleagues and patients feel empowered to be their full, authentic selves. We welcome all individuals – without regards to gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or sexual orientation – and proudly celebrate our individual experiences and differences. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.