Controller - Join Our Innovative Healthcare Startup through Robert Half

Are you a seasoned accounting professional with a passion for healthcare finance and startup dynamism? Robert Half is proud to partner with a cutting-edge start-up healthcare organization in Beverly Hills, California, to find an exceptional Controller. This pivotal leadership role offers the chance to shape financial strategy from the ground up in a fast-paced, innovative environment. As Controller, you'll drive accounting excellence, optimize cash flow through expert factoring management, and lead revenue cycle innovations—all while enjoying remote flexibility with a preference for Los Angeles-area candidates to join occasional team meetings and networking events.

This position is ideal for finance leaders who thrive in healthcare settings, delivering GAAP-compliant operations and strategic insights that fuel growth. With a competitive salary starting at $150,000, this role combines autonomy, impact, and professional growth. Apply today via Robert Half and take your career to new heights in sunny Southern California!

About the Role

In this high-impact Controller position, you'll serve as the financial backbone of our healthcare startup, overseeing all accounting functions while partnering closely with executive leadership. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll manage a small but talented accounting team, implement robust internal controls, and spearhead process improvements to scale operations efficiently. The role emphasizes hands-on involvement in factoring arrangements—a critical component for maintaining liquidity in our revenue-driven model. Remote work is the norm, but local LA candidates are preferred for quarterly in-person strategy sessions, team-building get-togethers, and networking in Beverly Hills' vibrant business scene. If you have 7+ years in healthcare accounting, including revenue cycle expertise and cash flow mastery, this is your opportunity to lead with influence in a startup poised for explosive growth.

Key Responsibilities

Your leadership will touch every aspect of financial operations. Key duties include:

• Overseeing comprehensive accounting operations to ensure full compliance with GAAP, SOX, and healthcare-specific regulatory requirements like HIPAA financial protocols.
• Owning end-to-end factoring arrangements: negotiating with lenders, managing reconciliations, monitoring cash flow forecasts, and delivering timely reporting to maintain optimal liquidity.
• Leading revenue cycle management, from claims processing and AR collections to denial resolution, driving Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) improvements.
• Preparing accurate financial statements, variance analysis, rolling forecasts, and executive-level management reports using tools like QuickBooks, NetSuite, or ERP systems.
• Developing and maintaining robust accounting policies, SOX-compliant internal controls, and audit-ready documentation.
• Collaborating with C-suite leaders on annual budgeting, long-range financial planning, and strategic initiatives like funding rounds or expansions.
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Identifying inefficiencies and implementing automation/tools (e.g., AI-driven reconciliation software) to streamline processes and reduce month-end close cycles.

Expect to roll up your sleeves in this hands-on role, balancing strategic oversight with tactical execution in a lean startup environment.

Required Qualifications

To excel, candidates must bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in leadership roles within the healthcare sector (e.g., hospitals, clinics, or medtech startups).
• Proven hands-on experience with factoring arrangements, cash flow optimization, and lender relationships—essential for our model.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, financial reporting (10-Q/10-K equivalents), revenue cycle management, and healthcare billing nuances.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct), and BI tools like Tableau for analytics.
• Exceptional communication skills to bridge finance with clinical and operational teams.

Bonus: Experience with startup equity management, VC reporting, or telehealth finance.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half opens doors to this exciting opportunity at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Enjoy a competitive salary of $150,000-$175,000 based on experience, plus equity potential in a high-growth startup. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, unlimited PTO, remote work perks, and professional development stipends (including CPA maintenance). Thrive in a collaborative culture with regular team events in glamorous Beverly Hills, mentorship from industry veterans, and the chance to build something transformative. Local LA presence enhances networking in Hollywood's healthtech hub. Don't miss this—email your resume to Eric Herndon today through Robert Half and step into a role where your expertise drives real impact. Join us in revolutionizing healthcare finance!