Controller

Job Title: Controller Location:  NYC (Hybrid 2-5 days/week in office) Reports To: CEO Compensation: $140K–$170K base + performance bonus We are a rapidly growing dental support organization (DSO) that will have over 25 practices and exceed $60MM in annual revenue by year-end.  We're building a centralized, systems-driven dental services platform and our 24-month goal is $100MM+ with clean, auditable financials and tight operational execution.  We’re seeking a Controller who can take full ownership of our accounting infrastructure from multi-entity accrual-based accounting to cash forecasting, GL integrity, Sage Intacct implementation, and board-ready reporting. This role is about execution, accuracy, and autonomy.  You will not inherit a clean system.  You will build one. The CEO has a finance background and personally uncovered significant errors made by prior CPA credentialed, Controller-tenured hires.  We’re looking for someone who doesn’t need their work checked and who takes pride in getting it right the first time.  We need someone who can run a clean, institutional-grade process from GL and cash control through board-ready reporting with help from an experienced offshore team and strong internal support on operations and analytics. Key Responsibilities Close & Accounting Infrastructure Own and execute the full month-end close Manage GL integrity, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries Document and enforce a 5 day close process with zero tolerance for sloppiness Supervise and direct our offshore accounting team Cash, AR, and Revenue Oversight Oversee cash movement and intercompany activity Maintain accrual-based revenue workflows and ensure clean categorization Build and manage a 13-week rolling cash forecast Prepare and review daily bank reconciliations; escalate and resolve exceptions Systems, Reporting & Audit Generate reporting from Sage Intacct Maintain the chart of accounts and GL mapping logic Produce internal and board-level financials with full supporting schedules Prepare for audit-level scrutiny across accounting policies and monthly processes Controls & Policy Own internal controls around payments, payroll, write-offs, capitalization, etc. Interface with external CPAs on tax prep and filings Formalize accounting policies and ensure consistent GAAP application Ensure accounting standards are applied consistently across all entities and acquisitions. Requirements 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in multi-entity or services-based environments. Proven ability to own the close process and deliver clean, audit-ready financials. Strong proficiency in Sage Intacct, Excel, Bill.com. Experience managing or directing offshore accounting teams. Ability to work independently with precision, structure, and accountability. CPA preferred but not required. Nice to Have: Experience supporting acquisitions and financial due diligence. Ability to design and refine accounting processes from first principles, with a clear understanding of system interdependencies and downstream impacts. Experience implementing or optimizing ERP workflows. Comfort working in a high-growth environment. What We Don’t Want: We do not view “DSO experience” as a positive. We’ve seen the typical DSO controller profile and found it lacking in process rigor, ownership mentality, and technical capability. This is a role for a builder — someone who wants to run clean books, own outcomes, and operate at a higher standard.