Accounting - Controller
Mortenson Dental Partners • Louisville, Kentucky • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Jun 10, 2026
Essential Functions:
Financial Management & Reporting
Design and oversee comprehensive accounting systems, encompassing the general ledger, fixed assets, and accounts payable.
Spearhead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure precise and timely delivery.
Prepare and review high-level financial statements and executive management reports.
Ensure timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
Analyze financial performance to provide strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Drive financial forecasting and shape organizational financial trajectories through advanced predictive modeling.
Engage as a strategic partner with operational leaders to identify and mitigate financial risks, uncovering value-creation opportunities.
Lead strategic planning initiatives through comprehensive financial modeling and deep-dive analysis.
Compliance & Internal Controls
Champion a culture of rigorous compliance and risk mitigation aligned with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory standards.
Establish, maintain, and monitor internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary contact for auditors.
Oversee tax filings, regulatory reporting, and complex financial compliance requirements.
Cash Management
Monitor cash flow and liquidity needs to support long-term stability.
Manage high-level banking relationships and treasury activities.
Develop strategies to optimize working capital and leverage financial resources.
Support practice operations with third party financing solutions supporting patient treatment acceptance.
Leadership & Team Development
Mentor future finance leaders, driving talent development strategies, and fostering a culture of operational excellence.
Establish high-level performance expectations and organizational accountability measures.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively across leadership to support organizational objectives.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
Experience
Seven (7) or more years of progressive accounting and financial management experience. Preferably in a Healthcare environment.
Three (3) or more years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Proven experience with strategic financial planning and enterprise-wide system implementation.
Experience with complex financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and internal controls.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of GAAP and complex financial reporting requirements.
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and executive-level decision-making skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and executive presentation communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple high-stakes priorities in a dynamic environment.