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Job DescriptionDescription: About Ally Psychiatry Ally Psychiatry is a dynamic growth company in the behavioral healthcare space currently scaling from a small business to a middle-market company. The organization is experiencing rapid expansion and seeks a seasoned, hands-on Controller to lead the company’s accounting function, strengthen the financial infrastructure, and provide strategic support to the leadership team. Why Join Ally Psychiatry • Opportunity to build and scale the finance function of a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare company., • Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making., • Collaborative and mission-driven culture. Position Summary The Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance functions of the company. This role requires a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, can scale processes and systems, and ensure accurate and timely financial insights to support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting • Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP., • Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting., • Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance., • Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, and tax functions., • Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes., • Lead preparation and timely review of balance sheet reconciliations., • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth., • Establish, document, and maintain a robust internal control framework to safeguard company assets., • Establish an internal audit program to monitor and test the effectiveness of internal controls., • Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and reviews., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax filings., • Oversee cash flow forecasting and management to ensure liquidity for operations and growth initiatives., • Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and covenant compliance., • Oversee implementation and optimization of ERP and EPM systems., • Partner with IT and operations to ensure integration between financial systems, practice management platforms, Human Resource Information Systems and other business applications., • Ensure systems support accurate data capture, reporting, and analytics for decision-making., • Identify and implement automation tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes., • Build scalable financial processes aligned with the company’s growth trajectory. Success in this role will be measured by: • Timely Financial Close: Completion of monthly close within 7 business days., • Balance Sheet Accuracy: 100% of accounts reconciled and reviewed monthly., • Internal Control Effectiveness: No material weaknesses identified during audits., • Audit Results: Successful completion of annual audit with minimal adjustments., • Forecast Accuracy: Variance of less than 10% between forecasts and actual performance., • Process Improvement: Demonstrated reduction in manual processes and increased automation within finance functions., • Business Intelligence: Continuous incremental improvement in reporting to improve management’s understanding of the business, development of optics to improve controls, and actionable insights., • Growth Enablement: Strong supporter of the organization’s continued growth. Provide sound business intelligence to drive strategy. Have a sense of urgency for quick turn-around of deliverables necessary for swift, sound expansion of the business., • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or related post-graduate degree, • CPA preferred, • 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with at least 2 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role., • Experience in a middle-market, high-growth, or private equity–backed company preferred., • Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems., • Hands-on leader with the ability to roll up sleeves and drive both strategy and execution., • Proven ability to manage and mentor a growing team., • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to partner cross-functionally with executives and department leaders.