Assistant Controller

Summary

Join Vida, a virtual personalized obesity care provider, as an Assistant Controller and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. You will maintain internal controls, ensure compliance, and shape accounting processes. This role blends strategic planning with hands-on tasks, supporting scaling initiatives. Responsibilities include leading monthly/quarterly/year-end close processes, overseeing GL activities, preparing financial statements, and maintaining internal controls. You will also work with various teams to reconcile revenue, partner with FP&A and operations, and coordinate with external auditors. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, CPA or CMA certification, and 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory experience. Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• CPA or CMA required
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., MS Products, NetSuite, Carta, ADPTS, Bill.com, Expensify, Divvy)
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes
• Oversee GL activities, journal entries and reconciliations
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and enforce internal controls and accounting policies
• Assist in interpreting contracts for proper revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Work with billing, RCM and data teams to reconcile platform and claims-based revenue
• Partner with FP&A and operations to ensure accurate cost allocation across revenue channels
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors and compliance teams
• Ensure timely completion of annual audit, including PBC schedules
• Support state sales/use tax, SUI and 1099 compliance
• Support automation and system integration (NetSuite, Expensify, Bill.com, ADP, etc.)
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve reporting accuracy
• Manage accounting staff (e.g., Payroll, AP, Revenue, Billing, Staff Accountants)
• Provide training and mentorship

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within healthcare, SaaS or tech environments a large plus