Controller

Come for the mission. Stay for the experience. Let’s keep things simple: we are an unbelievably talented, hard-working, and compassionate team driving towards a mission that impacts every single one of us - even you!  Healthcare benefits are complex, underutilized and a mystery for most users. We’re removing that complexity. Now more than ever, employers are adding value to their employees’ benefits like telemedicine and mental health services. HealthJoy’s industry-changing tech platform consolidates those benefits into a simplified benefits experience, saving users time and money.   With over $100M in fundraising to date, and the successful closing of our recent Series D, HealthJoy has garnered workplace awards for Inc.’s Fastest Growing Startups and Built In Chicago’s Best Places to Work while growing globally to nearly 400 team members. We’re continuing down the path of high growth and high impact, and this role is a key member of the Finance Team making that happen. Your role in our mission. As the Controller, you will be responsible for owning the accounting operations function and providing leadership on all accounting initiatives. You will have responsibility for the monthly and annual close process, managing the relationships with all third party vendors and coordinating all tasks within company audits.  You are someone who is comfortable working in a face-paced, unstructured environment while continuing to deliver results. You will work extensively with other departments of the organization on various projects and strategic initiatives, so the willingness and ability to work cross functionally is a key part of the role. You will own key parts of the accounting operations and due to our company’s growth, help in creating and implementing scalable process improvements. You will also have opportunities to help prepare the annual budget, build and analyze the operating model, and have a voice in key financial decisions.  Your impact.  Own the monthly and year-end close processes, including reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, performing ad-hoc analyses, trial balance reviews, and financial statement preparation, while adhering to tight deadlines Ensure that financial records & reports are maintained in compliance with company policies & GAAP (accrual basis) Analyze monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records Oversee all payroll and billing functions Manage client invoicing and collections Lead the annual financial audit with independent CPA firm and 401(k) audit Coordinate the preparation of annual tax returns with independent CPA firm including preparation of supporting workpapers Ensure compliance with sales tax requirements in the appropriate jurisdictions Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective internal controls, policies, and procedures Enforce expense reimbursement policy  Oversee the Sales commission, Bonus, Partner commission processes Provide leadership to the accounting staff by managing, recruiting, and training employees Drive process improvements and contribute to accounting transformation  Provide thought leadership on emerging accounting trends Periodically review accounting and financial management systems to ensure that systems meet business requirements and implement necessary changes Your experience. 8+ years progressive accounting experience (minimum 2 years in public accounting strongly preferred) 3+ years experience managing a small team of accounting professionals Experience using QuickBooks Online preferred; NetSuite is a plus  Strong Microsoft Excel skills (such as vlookup, sumif, pivot tables, and data analysis) and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously A proven track record in accounting and a desire to bring best practices to a rapidly changing environment Strong relationship management and business partner/advisory skills Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required) CPA required  Total Rewards  Job Level: 70  Base Compensation Range for Job Level: $140,000-160,000 plus bonus. The cash compensation above includes base salary only. Certain roles are eligible for additional cash incentives such as commission, annual bonus targets, overtime pay or other variable incentives. HealthJoy maintains a comprehensive strategy to determine rewarding and competitive packages for individual compensation for new hires, internal promotions and internal job changes. This strategy is based on several factors unique to each individual, including: 1) the skills, experience and qualifications of the individual; 2) the responsibilities and demands of the role; 3) analysis of external market data; and 4) company budget and financial performance.  HealthJoy is a remote-first employer. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  At HealthJoy, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role and individual.  In addition to cash compensation, HealthJoy offers a rich “Total Rewards” package that includes: Medical, Dental and vision insurance packages HSA contribution match Stock options for eligible roles 401k match Paid parental leave Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage Flexible PTO  Commitment to Equal Pay At HealthJoy, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. We believe that everyone should be paid based on their qualifications, experience, and the work that they do, and not on their gender, race, or any other personal characteristic. Our compensation practices are essential to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where we value the contributions of all our employees.  We conduct thorough annual reviews of employee pay and our pay practices to ensure we reward the right behaviors and are providing equal pay for equal work.  Additionally, we assess the external market and internal equity across like roles. As part of our regular review of pay practices, HealthJoy examines employee pay for potential disparities between persons of different genders, races and ethnicities that are not explainable by objective factors such as performance, experience level, credentials, or location, and are committed to correcting any issues and reviewing practices from unintended outcomes.  Commitment to Equal Opportunity HealthJoy is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Don’t meet every single requirement? We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you. HealthJoy is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role and HealthJoy, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.