Assistant Controller
Arcadia, Boston, MA, United States
Why This Role Is Important to Arcadia
Arcadia is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations in a private equity-backed environment focused on scaling the accounting operating model through automation and standardization for the next phase of company growth. This role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, strong internal controls, and disciplined close processes while supporting technical accounting matters and value creation initiatives.
What Success Looks Like
In 3 months
Establish credibility as the operational leader of the accounting function
Develop a strong understanding of Arcadia’s business model, revenue streams, cost structure, and performance drivers
Build trust and alignment with FP&A, Legal, HR, and operational leadership
In 6 months
Demonstrate full ownership of the close process and accounting operations with minimal oversight
Lead accounting analysis for new or complex business initiatives and transactions
Delivered measurable close/process automation wins and reduced manual touchpoints
Strengthen the accounting function’s readiness for growth, acquisitions, or increased transaction volume
In 12 months
Be recognized as the clear second-in-command within the accounting organization
Successfully support M&A activity, including transaction execution and integration from an accounting standpoint
Established scalable accounting workflows and an automation roadmap that supports the next phase of growth
Improve financial visibility and decision support for leadership through disciplined accounting operations
What You’ll Be Doing
Operational Accounting Leadership
Own general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and treasury management
Manage three direct reports: Senior Accountant, Payroll Manager, and AP Manager
Lead and coordinate work delivered by outsourced accounting support (offshore), ensuring clear task assignment, quality standards, and on-time completion
Close Process & Accounting Operations
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Review journal entries and account reconciliations
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation standards
Automation, Tooling, & AI Enablement
Leverage NetSuite capabilities and adjacent tools to automate recurring journal entries, allocations, accruals, and close tasks
Identify high-ROI opportunities for workflow automation
Comfort using AI tools responsibly to accelerate drafting memos, variance narratives, process documentation, analytical work and building agentic process automations
Technical Accounting
Support M&A transactions, including due diligence support and acquisition accounting
Research and document technical accounting positions under US GAAP for complex or non-routine transactions
Draft clear, audit-ready accounting memos and partner with external auditors on complex matters
Evaluate proposed business initiatives or contractual arrangements to determine appropriate accounting treatment
Process Improvement and Scale
Assist with post-acquisition integration for tuck-in acquisitions from an accounting and reporting perspective
Identify and implement scalable accounting processes by improving system utilization and automation
Treasury Oversight
Oversee daily cash positioning and liquidity management
Partner with FP&A on cash flow forecasting
Maintain controls over banking activity and disbursements
Audit and Compliance
Lead coordination of annual financial statement audit
Prepare external GAAP financial statements, disclosures and supporting schedules
Support annual tax compliance and advisor coordination
What You’ll Bring
Active CPA required
5+ years of Big 4 public accounting experience
Continuous improvement / operational excellence mindset
Experience auditing SaaS, healthcare, and/or PE-backed companies preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition
Demonstrated comfort with technology and automation; experience improving processes using ERP features, workflow tools, or automation/AI to increase efficiency and accuracy
Experience supervising and mentoring staff, including outsourced accounting support (offshore) including training, review and performance management
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
What You’ll Get
A high-impact accounting role in a mission-driven healthcare company
Be a part of a mission driven company that is transforming the healthcare industry by changing the way patients receive care
A hybrid work environment at a company with personality and heart
Employee driven programs and initiatives for personal and professional development
Become a member of the talented, energized, diverse and purpose-driven Arcadian Community
$150,000 - $175,000 a year
Security & Confidentiality Notes: This position is responsible for following all Security policies and procedures in order to protect all PHI under Arcadia's custodianship as well as Arcadia Intellectual Properties.
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Arcadia is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations in a private equity-backed environment focused on scaling the accounting operating model through automation and standardization for the next phase of company growth. This role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, strong internal controls, and disciplined close processes while supporting technical accounting matters and value creation initiatives.
What Success Looks Like
In 3 months
Establish credibility as the operational leader of the accounting function
Develop a strong understanding of Arcadia’s business model, revenue streams, cost structure, and performance drivers
Build trust and alignment with FP&A, Legal, HR, and operational leadership
In 6 months
Demonstrate full ownership of the close process and accounting operations with minimal oversight
Lead accounting analysis for new or complex business initiatives and transactions
Delivered measurable close/process automation wins and reduced manual touchpoints
Strengthen the accounting function’s readiness for growth, acquisitions, or increased transaction volume
In 12 months
Be recognized as the clear second-in-command within the accounting organization
Successfully support M&A activity, including transaction execution and integration from an accounting standpoint
Established scalable accounting workflows and an automation roadmap that supports the next phase of growth
Improve financial visibility and decision support for leadership through disciplined accounting operations
What You’ll Be Doing
Operational Accounting Leadership
Own general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and treasury management
Manage three direct reports: Senior Accountant, Payroll Manager, and AP Manager
Lead and coordinate work delivered by outsourced accounting support (offshore), ensuring clear task assignment, quality standards, and on-time completion
Close Process & Accounting Operations
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Review journal entries and account reconciliations
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation standards
Automation, Tooling, & AI Enablement
Leverage NetSuite capabilities and adjacent tools to automate recurring journal entries, allocations, accruals, and close tasks
Identify high-ROI opportunities for workflow automation
Comfort using AI tools responsibly to accelerate drafting memos, variance narratives, process documentation, analytical work and building agentic process automations
Technical Accounting
Support M&A transactions, including due diligence support and acquisition accounting
Research and document technical accounting positions under US GAAP for complex or non-routine transactions
Draft clear, audit-ready accounting memos and partner with external auditors on complex matters
Evaluate proposed business initiatives or contractual arrangements to determine appropriate accounting treatment
Process Improvement and Scale
Assist with post-acquisition integration for tuck-in acquisitions from an accounting and reporting perspective
Identify and implement scalable accounting processes by improving system utilization and automation
Treasury Oversight
Oversee daily cash positioning and liquidity management
Partner with FP&A on cash flow forecasting
Maintain controls over banking activity and disbursements
Audit and Compliance
Lead coordination of annual financial statement audit
Prepare external GAAP financial statements, disclosures and supporting schedules
Support annual tax compliance and advisor coordination
What You’ll Bring
Active CPA required
5+ years of Big 4 public accounting experience
Continuous improvement / operational excellence mindset
Experience auditing SaaS, healthcare, and/or PE-backed companies preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition
Demonstrated comfort with technology and automation; experience improving processes using ERP features, workflow tools, or automation/AI to increase efficiency and accuracy
Experience supervising and mentoring staff, including outsourced accounting support (offshore) including training, review and performance management
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
What You’ll Get
A high-impact accounting role in a mission-driven healthcare company
Be a part of a mission driven company that is transforming the healthcare industry by changing the way patients receive care
A hybrid work environment at a company with personality and heart
Employee driven programs and initiatives for personal and professional development
Become a member of the talented, energized, diverse and purpose-driven Arcadian Community
$150,000 - $175,000 a year
Security & Confidentiality Notes: This position is responsible for following all Security policies and procedures in order to protect all PHI under Arcadia's custodianship as well as Arcadia Intellectual Properties.
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