Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller – Empower Behavioral Health

San Antonio, TX – Corporate Office

Empower Behavioral Health was created with the mission of empowering families by providing the most effective Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, to ensure that learners with autism and other developmental disabilities reach their maximum potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Location/Travel:
San Antonio, TX – Corporate Office

Reports to:

Controller

FLSA Status:
Exempt, Full Time

• Mentor, train, support, and develop accounting staff:
  Staff Accountant/Payroll Specialist, AP Specialist and Controller for sister company. Foster an environment of strong cross‑collaboration and inclusivity. Serves as back‑up to accounting staff in Payroll and AP functions.
• Plan, organize, and execute the accounting month‑end close process and Financial Statement Preparation in accordance with GAAP Standards.
• Assist Controller and CFO with Financial Planning and Analysis:
  Cash Flow Projections, Budgeting/Forecasting and Variance Analysis, and other Financial Modeling to support decision‑making for the Executive and Operation Teams.
• Manage Lease and Revenue accounting processes in accordance with ASC 842 and ASC 606.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax firm staff to ensure timely completion of audit and tax deliverables.
• Establish and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Monitor compliance and recommend enhancements as needed.
• Drive accounting process changes to create efficiencies to shorten the month‑end close cycle.
• Assist with implementing Data Rails and assessing and implementing other new accounting systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Analytical
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Accountability
• Priority Setting
• Time Management
• Problem‑Solving
• A high degree of professionalism
• Strong written and oral communication

• Master’s in Accounting or MBA
• 3+ years of an accounting leadership role within an audited environment
• Highly proficient in accounting ERP systems
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles; particularly ASC 606 and ASC 842
• Experience successfully revamping accounting processes & technology
• Proficient with payroll/HRIS platforms (Paylocity)
• Strong project management skills and the ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to think creatively and implement innovative solutions
• Adaptability to evolving priorities and deadlines
• Strong leadership skills with a servant leadership mindset

• CPA or CMA
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central & Data Rails
• Experience in a multi‑site healthcare company and/or growing private equity backed entity

Empower Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.