VP, Controller

The Vice President, Controller for CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a highly visible role that regularly interacts with the executive team and other senior leaders and serves as the main point of contact with key business partners. This role ensures robust processes and controls are in place to maintain the integrity of financial statements and leverages the latest tools and technology to support all financial operations across all three organizations (CareQuest Institute, CareQuest Innovation Partners, and Delta Dental of MA). The VP, Controller will develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance as well as provide cross-functional support across all three organizations in order to ensure operational excellence. This position works closely with outsourced accounting and tax personnel as well as the investment custodian, Critical to this role is ensuring the annual audit complies with GAAP and has timely issuance of consolidated audited financial statements from start to completion; coordinating with Delta Dental of Massachusetts on statutory audits and other required regulatory filings. Prefer candidates located within the New England area who are able to be in the Boston office as needed by the CFO. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPETENCIES: Financial Statement Controls & Compliance Implements and monitors internal controls to ensure financial statement accuracy & integrity Owns the enterprise-wide consolidation and roll-up of business segments and of all legal entities Manages all aspects of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and consolidation process and ensures seamless alignment with FP&A and the management and BOD reporting process Works closely with all subsidiary parties to validate and ensure accuracy of all aspects of the monthly and annual financial close and reporting process Creates and distributes the monthly entity and consolidated financial results to senior executives In coordination with FP&A, monitors the company's financial results and manages expenses within approved budgets Ensures Tax, GAAP & Regulatory Compliance Maintains and enhances chart of accounts and overall financial reporting to facilitate management decision-making, GAAP compliance and stat reporting for regulated entities Responsible for managing tax processes, including federal and state income tax payments, tax compliance, and tax strategy Audit Management & External Reporting Manages end-to-end external audit processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and timely issuance Manages all tax, regulatory, and other financial compliance; establishes strong partnerships with associated auditors Financial Systems & Technology Oversight Optimizes financial tools and technologies to improve efficiency Implements the latest technology to drive efficiencies and ensure accuracy of results Skilled at developing and implementing financial accounting and reporting systems and process improvement Technical Accounting & Complex Transactions Strong technical skills in accounting and financial reporting Applies advanced technical accounting principles to ensure compliance and accuracy Manages complex accounting transactions and financial consolidations Applies benchmarking to evaluate and improve organizational financial performance Strategic Mindset & Business Insight Works closely with CFO and FP&A team to provide strategic insights and analyses via business reports, financial forecasts and financial statements and reports results to executive leadership on the financial state of the organization Participates in the development of business strategy and monitors and directs implementation of strategic business plans and financial reporting of KPIs Keeps up with current and possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, the competition, and the marketplace. Uses knowledge of business drivers and how market strategies and tactics play out to guide actions. Asks the right questions to analyze situations accurately. Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Uncovers root causes of complex problems. Evaluates the pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options Critical Thinking, Analysis, Problem Solving, and Risk Management Synthesizes financial data to inform strategic decisions and improve organizational outcomes Evaluates intricate financial data to provide actionable insights and solutions Develops risk mitigation strategies and internal control processes Drives Results Has a can-do attitude and strong bottom-line orientation Has a track record of exceeding goals successfully Readily adapts personal, interpersonal, and leadership behavior. Understands that different situations may call for different approaches Can shift leadership style to meet the needs of shifting circumstances Communicates Effectively & Influences Demonstrates an ability to explain complex numbers in simple terms to different stakeholder groups and those that don't have the same financial acumen background and expertise in order to drive informed, quality decisions Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions. Positions, views and arguments appropriately to win support Convinces others to take action Responds effectively to the feedback, reactions and positions of others Builds Relationships & Balances Stakeholders Builds strong formal and informal networks. Maintains relationships across a variety of functions and locations. Draws upon multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources, and know-how. Effectively balances diverse stakeholder needs, ensuring alignment with financial objectives. Attracts Top Talent, Builds Effective Teams and Ensures Accountability Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience Establishes common objectives and a shared mindset. Creates a feeling of belonging and strong team morale Acts with a clear sense of ownership, follows through on commitments and makes sure others do the same Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures Credentials: Required: Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance or related field Minimum 15 years related accounting/financial experience Minimum 10 years of management and financial leadership experience in complex environments Solid understanding of US GAAP and day-to-day application to ensure accurate and efficient reporting Experience with implementing financial accounting and reporting systems and process improvement Able to use strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills to resolve problems and increase productivity Able to produce high-quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects and prioritize diverse tasks Strategic thinking and leadership experience with an emphasis on relationship management and communication at all levels within an organization Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism Self-motivated, proactive and able to quickly adapt to change with a proven ability to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements Strong skills in word processing, excel, and financial/accounting systems Expert level of Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc. Attends additional training as requested/deemed necessary Preferred: CPA preferred Working knowledge of corporate and not for profit taxation Experience with NetSuite, ADP and other financial and payroll systems Location within the Greater Boston area with willingness to travel – noting that currently the position is hybrid PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to communicate effectively. Manual dexterity and sitting is required in carrying out position. Ability to travel or move about within and outside company facilities required. Incumbent works primarily in a shared office environment. The target hiring range for this role is $189,635 - $223,100 (Annually). The starting base salary will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors. In addition, our total rewards package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; generous time off including PTO, short and long-term disability insurance and a competitive 401(k) savings match including financial planning workshops. See our Careers Page for more information. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform this position. ** In accordance with CareQuest Institute for Oral Health's Compliance Plan, all employees must conduct CareQuest Institute for Oral Health business and activities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, professional standards and ethical standards and report potential compliance or ethical issues to CareQuest Institute for Oral Health's designated Compliance Officer. ** CareQuest Institute for Oral Health's Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation for known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and activities. Please see Human Resources for additional information regarding this program.