Controller

Job Description

Job Description

At KLAS, our mission is clear: improve healthcare by amplifying truth through collaboration, insights, and transparency. As Controller, you are responsible for ensuring the financial integrity behind that mission.

You’ll lead the systems, processes, and people that keep KLAS financially sound—providing leadership with the clarity and confidence needed to make informed decisions. This role blends technical accounting expertise, operational leadership, and strategic insight, making it essential to the continued growth and effectiveness of the organization.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and strong internal controls.
• Manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial data and prepare accurate internal and external financial statements that meet the needs of stakeholders.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.
• Monitor key performance metrics to support business decisions.
• Provide timely, accurate financial insights that inform strategic planning and operational direction.
• Collaborate closely with FP&A and operations to facilitate the budget, forecasting and close processes.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, coordinate with external auditors, and support tax planning and compliance efforts.
• Evaluate current accounting operations, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement scalable, efficient solutions.
• Ensure accounting systems and supporting databases are effective and fully leveraged.
• Hire, develop, and retain strong accounting talent while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What You Bring:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and full-cycle accounting practices
• Ability to leverage and adopt technology (Quickbooks Online (or other financial systems), Excel, AI tools, Brex, Salesforce, Tableau)
• Proven ability to manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on process improvement
• High integrity and ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion
• A collaborative, approachable leadership style

Experience & Education

• 5+ years of controller experience
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Prior healthcare industry experience or familiarity is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA and/or CPA a plus

Final compensation will be determined according to the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. We offer exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA with company match, 401K with company match, PTO, and more.

All employees undergo a comprehensive internal education program to gain knowledge of the healthcare information technology industry and KLAS' methodology. Learn more about us at

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Why Join KLAS Research?
At KLAS, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can excel. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and continuous learning with a dedication to enhancing global healthcare. Here’s what you can expect:

• Welcoming and Supportive Team: From day one, you'll be valued and supported in your professional development.
• Investment in New Hires: We invest in our new hires through an internal education program designed to get you up to speed with KLAS and Health Information Technology (HIT).
• Career Development: Regular one-on-one meetings, quarterly conversations, and mentoring opportunities to support your growth.
• Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work policy allows team members to work both remotely and in the office. This flexible approach provides team members with a balance between in-person collaboration and remote work autonomy. Hybrid work is defined as three (3) full days expected in-office, Monday - Wednesday.
• Enjoyable Work Environment: We strive to make work enjoyable with quarterly team activities, monthly office events such as chili cook-offs and costume contests, catered lunch once a month, snack room, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employee resource groups, sponsored by our executives, provide additional support and community for our team members.
• Core Values: Our core values of integrity, passion, accountability, trust, and humility guide everything we do. We believe in upholding these values to create a positive and productive workplace.

KLAS’ mission is to improve the world's healthcare by amplifying the voice of providers and payers. We can only fully live up to that mission when we prioritize inclusion, equity, and diversity. As a company and individuals, we commit to building an atmosphere where we can all thrive and belong—across race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexuality, age, ability, religion, and experience.

EOE.