Controller at CEHAS PLAN ADMINISTRATORS LLC – Austin, Texas

Location: Remote

Department: Finance

Reports To: VP of Finance

Position Overview

CEHAS Plan Administrators, LLC is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to prepare the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting processes. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring the timely preparation of financial statements and reporting.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented financial professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and is comfortable working with a small team while maintaining strong financial controls and operational efficiency.

This position plays a critical role in supporting financial transparency, budgeting, and the ongoing improvement of accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Manage and/or record daily financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain the company’s general ledger and oversee all accounting activities.
• Ensure proper classification and reconciliation of accounts.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct analytical review of financial results and identify trends or variances.
• Support leadership with financial reporting and operational insights.

Monthly Close Process

• Design, implement, and manage the monthly close process.
• Ensure timely completion of reconciliations and financial reporting.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Assist with preparation of the annual company budget.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and support variance analysis.

Systems & Process Management

• Actively manage accounting processes within QuickBooks Online.
• Utilize electronic transaction imports and integrated financial interfaces to streamline operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiencies.

Collaboration

• Work closely with leadership and internal departments to support financial operations.
• Operate effectively within a small finance team, providing both strategic and operational support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
• Experience working in a hands-on accounting environment
• Healthcare industry experience preferred
• Experience working with QuickBooks Online
• Experience managing electronic transaction imports and financial system integrations
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience preparing financial statements and conducting analytical review
• Experience designing or improving monthly close processes
• Experience with budget preparation

Skills & Competencies

Financial Expertise

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Organization & Time Management

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Communication

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Analytical Thinking

Ability to analyze financial results and identify trends or issues.

Collaboration

Comfortable working within a team environment and partnering across departments.

What We’re Looking For

• A hands-on Controller who is comfortable being involved in the details
• Someone who can build and improve financial processes
• A professional who can operate independently while supporting leadership decision-making