Full-time
Description
About Utah Valley Pediatrics
Utah Valley Pediatrics (UVP) is a trusted healthcare provider with 11 offices across Utah County, serving families with compassionate, high-quality pediatric care. With nearly 400 employees, UVP combines exceptional medical expertise with a commitment to community and family-centered healthcare.
Position Summary
The Controller is the senior financial leader of the organization, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient financial operations. This role balances hands-on accounting tasks with oversight of financial policies, compliance, and reporting. The Controller will manage the accounting systems (including QuickBooks), supervise accounts payable and payroll processes, and provide timely, accurate financial statements and analysis to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Oversight
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Provide variance analysis and clear explanations of financial results to leadership and the board.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, trial balance, and financial records.
- Develop and implement internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets.
Accounting Operations
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.Maintain and optimize the organization’s accounting system (QuickBooks), ensuring clean data and reliable reporting.Manage bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and cash flow tracking.Coordinate vendor management and payment schedules.Budgeting & Planning
Assist in preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.Monitor budget-to-actual performance, flagging areas of concern or opportunity.Support department heads and office managers with financial guidance and reporting.Compliance & External Relations
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax filings and regulatory requirements.Liaise with external CPA firm for audits, reviews, and tax returns.Coordinate with bankers, lenders, and other financial partners.Leadership & Process Improvement
Supervise and develop accounting / finance staff.Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.Provide training and guidance on financial processes to non-financial staff and managers.Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and Board on financial health and risk management.Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required).3+ years progressive accounting / finance experience, including leadership responsibility.Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control best practices.Proficiency with QuickBooks (enterprise experience a plus).Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze financial statements.Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.Experience in healthcare or multi-site service organizations preferred.Attributes for Success
Hands-on and detail-oriented, but capable of stepping back to provide big-picture insights.High integrity and commitment to confidentiality.Ability to work collaboratively across clinical and administrative teams.Proactive problem solver who drives continuous improvement.