Controller

Looking for your next step toward CFO?

This is a real succession opportunity, with structured mentorship from a retiring CFO and a seat at the table with the ownership board.

Our client is a fast-growing, physician-owned specialty surgical group in the Phoenix area. Over the past decade they have more than doubled in size, and they are known regionally as a leader in their specialty. The organization spans several clinics, an ancillary services line, and affiliated surgery center interests, and leadership is always looking for the next growth opportunity.

They need a hands-on financial leader who can run the business side of a busy medical practice today and grow into the CFO role over time.

What You'll Do

• Lead the accounting function through a strong Accounting Supervisor, with oversight of AP, AR, GL, and monthly, quarterly, and annual financials
• Partner with the revenue cycle team to spot issues early, find root causes, and put fixes in place
• Turn raw data into clear, useful reporting for executive leadership and physician-owners
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis that drive strategic decisions
• Manage key business operations, including employee benefit plan renewals, 401(k) and profit sharing, banking relationships, legal counsel coordination, and corporate governance
• Strengthen internal controls and keep the practice compliant with healthcare regulations
• Modernize the finance function through process improvement, automation, and exploring practical AI tools
• Lead a team of 10 (5 direct reports), including accounting, HR, and practice management leadership

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA a plus)
• 5 to 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 2 to 3+ years leading people
• Healthcare finance experience, ideally including revenue cycle management (strong, fast learners from adjacent industries are encouraged to apply)
• Cash-basis accounting experience preferred
• QuickBooks preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas)
• Confidence communicating with everyone from surgeons and board members to front-desk staff
• Energy for a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and no two days look alike

Why This Role Stands Out

• A defined path to CFO, with direct mentorship from the current CFO
• A clear 30-60-90 day onboarding plan, so you're set up to succeed from day one
• Direct exposure to the physician-owner board and strategic decision-making
• A growing, entrepreneurial organization that keeps investing in new revenue streams
• Mostly in-office with flexibility

For immediate consideration, APPLY NOW!

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