Company Description

CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland Health, and Texas Health Resources. CareFlite provides critical medical transport services by helicopter and ground ambulance, as well as non-medical transport services.

We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical excellence, and supporting the communities we serve through innovative, compassionate care.

Job Description

Position Summary 

The Corporate Controller oversees general accounting functions, financial reporting, payroll oversight, budgeting support, audit coordination, and revenue cycle collaboration. This position plays a critical role in providing financial analysis and insights that support sound decision-making and advance CareFlite's mission and strategic objectives. This position will play the key leadership role in an ERP conversion and implementation in the next several months.

What We're Looking For

A strategic and collaborative financial leader.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with executives, staff, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team.
Provide financial analysis, trend reporting, and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
Support organizational growth initiatives, operational improvements, and financial system implementations.

Accounting & Financial Operations

Oversee general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements and management reports.
Lead the conversion of the ERP system with outstanding project planning and leadership.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable regulations.
Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
Support cost containment and operational performance improvement initiatives.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist with annual operating budget development and monitoring.
Develop financial models and provide analysis.
Analyze financial forecasts and business trends to support leadership planning and decision-making.

Revenue Cycle Oversight

Collaborate with outsourced revenue cycle partners to ensure accurate billing and collections.
Monitor revenue performance and investigate variances or discrepancies.

Audit, Compliance & Reporting

Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and lead the annual audit process.
Coordinate regulatory, internal, and external audits.
Support preparation of IRS Form 990 documentation.
Monitor changes in accounting standards and healthcare regulations and implement necessary updates.

Payroll, Accounts Payable & Benefits

Provide oversight of payroll processing and accounts payable operations.
Support administration of employee benefit and insurance programs.

Leadership & Collaboration

Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
Establish performance expectations and support professional development initiatives.
Build strong partnerships across clinical, operational, and administrative departments.
Foster collaborative relationships with vendors, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Work Schedule & Environment

Schedule

Primarily Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
Flexibility required during month-end close, budgeting cycles, audits, and reporting deadlines.

Overtime

Periodic overtime may be required to meet operational, financial, and regulatory deadlines.

Work Environment

Professional office environment.
Hybrid work arrangements may be available in accordance with organizational policy.

Travel

Minimal travel expected.
Occasional local or regional travel may be required for audits, meetings, training, or organizational events.

On-Call

Not routinely on-call; however, availability may be needed during critical financial reporting periods or urgent financial matters.

Why Join CareFlite?

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
Collaborative leadership environment with direct influence on organizational strategy.
Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to serving communities across North Texas.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to support and strengthen the financial foundation of a respected healthcare transportation organization.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and audit practices.
Experience with healthcare finance and a solid understanding of revenue cycle operations.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing accounting and finance staff.
Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Revenue recognition experience, preferably in healthcare, is required
ERP implementation experience (hands-on) is required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in healthcare, EMS, hospital, or nonprofit healthcare environments.
Active CPA credentials
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and IRS Form 990 reporting.
Experience supporting executive leadership, boards, and finance committees.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Frequent use of computers, keyboards, and standard office equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry items up to 15 pounds.
Vision sufficient to review financial reports, spreadsheets, and computer screens.
Hearing sufficient for effective communication during meetings and telephone conversations.
Work performed primarily in a climate-controlled office environment.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Compensation: USD 140000 - USD 155000 - yearly