The Vice President of Accounting & Controller leads our accounting function through the next phase of growth and scale. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the integrity of our financial reporting, technical accounting policies, internal controls, and team development. You will report to the CAO and serve as a key member of the leadership team.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Lead all aspects of corporate accounting, including general ledger, revenue recognition, fixed assets, leases, intercompany, equity, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable.

Ensure timely and accurate financial close processes (monthly, quarterly, annual), including consolidations and preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Provide leadership and technical guidance on complex accounting matters, including:
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Lease accounting (ASC 842)
- Business combinations and purchase accounting (ASC 805)
- Equity and stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
- Debt and other financial instruments

Drive accounting transformation initiatives, including reengineering processes, optimizing workflows, and improving data accuracy and visibility.

Oversee and enhance internal controls, including documentation and compliance with SOX.

Manage external audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.

Support due diligence and integration efforts for M&A activity.

Partner with FP&A, Legal, Treasury, Tax, and other departments on strategic initiatives, financial planning, and reporting

Lead and inspire a growing accounting organization with a strong emphasis on team development, succession planning, and performance management.

Continuously evaluate and implement systems and tools to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations (e.g., ERP enhancements, automation, dashboards).

Prepare materials and present financial results and accounting updates to executive leadership, the audit committee, and the board as needed.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree

Active CPA required

15+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, including Big 4 public accounting and industry experience

Demonstrated technical accounting expertise and ability to interpret and apply complex U.S. GAAP standards

Experience leading large, geographically distributed teams in a dynamic, high-growth environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative leadership style

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail

Travel may be required

Preferred:

Master's Degree

Strong understanding of ERP systems and related reporting tools; experience with system implementations or upgrades is a plus

Physical Requirements:

Standard Office Environment.

More than 50% of the time:

Sit, stand, walk.

Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

Stoop, kneel or crawl.

Climb and balance.

Carry and lift 10-20 lbs.

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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.