Controller

Controller

Philadelphia, PA

Please note: This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in office at our Philadelphia HQ - 1818 Market Street.

How you will help

As the Controller, you will serve as a key strategic leader within the Finance organization during a transformational phase of growth and operational expansion. You will partner closely with the SVP, Finance and executive leadership to ensure financial integrity, scalable processes, strong governance, and operational excellence across the organization. This role is designed for an experienced accounting executive who has operated in complex, multi-entity SaaS or data-driven environments and has successfully built infrastructure to support meaningful growth and increasing operational sophistication.

What you will do

• Provide executive oversight of all accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue accounting, fixed assets, leases, and equity accounting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Strengthen accounting governance and internal control frameworks to support increasing organizational scale and complexity
• Lead the accounting integration of significant strategic growth initiatives into HealthVerity's systems and reporting framework
• Oversee complex technical accounting matters including revenue recognition (ASC 606), business combinations (ASC 805), lease accounting (ASC 842), equity accounting, and debt accounting
• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors and lead the annual financial statement audit
• Oversee tax compliance strategy in partnership with internal and external tax advisors, ensuring timely and accurate filings
• Partner cross-functionally to harmonize accounting policies, processes, and controls across expanding entities and revenue streams
• Design and implement scalable accounting infrastructure capable of supporting substantial increases in transaction volume and operational complexity
• Build, mentor, and elevate a high-performing accounting organization with clear structure and succession depth
• Support executive and Board-level reporting, providing insight and governance aligned with enterprise-level operations

How success is defined

• Establish complete confidence in financial accuracy and compliance by delivering consistent, accurate and timely financials
• Deliver actionable financial insights to improve decision-making across the business as a strategic partner
• Develop a high-performing team by strengthening the team's capabilities, clarifying roles, and building succession depth
• Scalable accounting processes capable of supporting meaningful growth and increasing complexity
• Improve the speed and efficiency of financial operations including month end close, audit completion, tax filings and control processes

Desired skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience in a SaaS, technology, or data-driven organization
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting through periods of rapid growth or integration
• Deep expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Strong technical accounting background including business combinations and complex transactions
• Experience leading audits with nationally recognized accounting firms
• Proven ability to scale teams, processes, and systems
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP systems
• Strong executive presence, communication skills, and cross-functional leadership ability

Base salary for the role is commensurate with experience and can range between $180,000 - 240,000 + annual bonus opportunity.

Hiring Locations

Our main office is located in Center City, Philadelphia, where we operate on a hybrid model with in-office work required three days a week for local employees. We believe collaboration is most effective when teams come together, which is why we prioritize hiring in the Philadelphia area.

For certain roles, we also hire from hub locations —regions where we have an established presence with multiple team members working remotely. While these employees primarily work from home, we bring them together in person at least once a year for team-building, collaboration, and strategic planning.

Due to tax and labor regulations, we can only hire from specific states. Remote work is supported in the following key hub locations and approved states:

Hub Locations:

• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Boston, Massachusetts
• New York City, New York
• Baltimore, Maryland
• Washington, D.C.
• Charlotte, North Carolina
• Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina
• Atlanta, Georgia
• Chicago, Illinois

Approved States for Remote Work: CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, and VA.

About HealthVerity

HealthVerity is the leader in privacy-protected real-world data exchange, transforming how healthcare and life sciences organizations connect and analyze disparate patient data. By enabling access to the industry's largest RWD ecosystem, HealthVerity supports critical applications in clinical development, commercial strategy, regulatory decision-making, and public health. To learn more about HealthVerity, visit healthverity.com.

Why you'll love working here

We are making a difference – Our technology is at the forefront of some of the biggest healthcare challenges in the world.

We are one team – Our people define our culture and always will. We take time out to celebrate each other, and acknowledge the value that each of us adds towards our greater mission. Come share all you have to offer.

We are learners – Every team member is continually learning, no matter if we've been in a role for one year or much longer. We are committed to learning and implementing what is best for our clients, partners, and each other.

Benefits & Perks

Our benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support and enrich the experience of our full-time employees, with eligibility limited to those in permanent positions.

• Compensation: competitive base salary & annual bonus opportunity (for non-commissioned roles)
• Benefits: We offer health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day 1. We also offer a 401(k) plan and an equity program, with new hire equity grants beginning at the Director level and above.
• Flexible location: Remote workdays and 3 days a week of in-office collaboration for team members in the Philadelphia area. Check location requirements with the recruiting team.
• Generous PTO: Take time off as needed, targeted at 4 weeks per year, including vacation, personal and sick time, plus paid parental leave.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid leave for childbearing, surrogacy, and adoption; 6 weeks for non-childbearing parents.
• Comprehensive and individualized onboarding: mentorship program, departmental talks, and a library of resources are available beginning day 1 for each new team member to minimize the stress of starting a new job
• Professional development: biweekly 1:1s, hands-on leadership that is goal-and growth-oriented for each team member, and an annual budget to support professional development pursuits

We believe incorporating different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds make us stronger and encourages an environment where ageism, racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia or any other form of discrimination are not tolerated. All qualified job applicants will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. At HealthVerity, we're working towards an innovative and connected future for healthcare data and believe the future is better together. We can only do that if everyone has a seat at the table.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on click.appcast.io

Remote opportunities are not available in all areas and require team members to work from