Controller

The Controller is responsible for leading the organization’s day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions while ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity, internal controls, and audit readiness. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this role serves as a key financial partner within a self-funded, data-driven health plan environment. The Controller is expected to translate financial and claims data into actionable insights that support operational decision-making, cost management, and improved health outcomes. This position is designed for growth into a broader operational finance leadership role, with increasing responsibility for connecting financial performance to utilization trends, care delivery, and strategic initiatives across the organization. Supervision Received: Reports directly to the CFO. Responsibilities Core Accounting and Financial Reporting Own all accounting processes, including general ledger, accruals, financial close, and financial reporting. Prepare monthly financial statements (balance sheet, profit & loss, cash flow) within defined close timelines and ensure accuracy and completeness. Lead and develop the accounting team, including direct supervision, performance management, and coaching to ensure high‑quality output, accountability, and continuous growth of team capabilities. Lead audit preparation and serve as the primary contact for external auditors. Health Plan Financial Operations End‑to‑end ownership of financial and claims‑related reporting, including review and analysis of claims payments and IBNR methodologies. Partner with operations and analytics teams to understand and interpret utilization trends, including ER, inpatient, and specialty care drivers. Demonstrated understanding of insurance economics within a self‑funded model, including cost drivers, risk exposure, and claims performance dynamics. Operational Finance and Cross-Functional Partnership Act as a financial partner to operations, care delivery, and analytics teams to ensure alignment between financial outcomes and operational performance. Support strategic and operational decision‑making by connecting financial data to real‑time business activity. Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, financial predictability, and performance outcomes. Board and Executive Communication Prepare and deliver clear, decision‑useful financial insights to leadership and the Board of Trustees, clearly explaining key drivers of financial performance. Communicate complex financial and claims information in a concise, actionable manner to executive leadership and non‑financial stakeholders. Compliance, Controls, and Continuous Improvement Ensure all federal, state, and local reporting requirements are met accurately and on time. Maintain strong internal controls and identify risks related to financial reporting, claims activity, and compliance, and take proactive steps to mitigate them. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities. Performance Requirements Must pass a criminal background screening. Strong foundation in GAAP and full accrual accounting. Demonstrated ability to manage accounting operations and lead a small team. Experience preparing financial reports and communicating results to leadership audiences. Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience. Ability to interpret financial and operational data and generate actionable insights. Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required. Healthcare, insurance, nonprofit, or governmental accounting experience preferred. Skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with an ability to connect data to business outcomes. Ability to communicate complex financial and operational concepts clearly and effectively. High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimization. Strong collaboration skills and ability to work cross‑functionally. Intermediate‑to‑advanced Excel and Power BI financial analysis capabilities. Working knowledge of Microsoft Copilot functionality and familiarity with LLM use cases. Experience with QuickBooks Online and similar accounting cloud‑based applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Teachers Health Trust