VP of Accounting

Gifthealth

. Own Gifthealth's accounting policies and procedures and ensure consistent application of US GAAP .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US GAAP compliance, financial statement preparation, and internal controls management. Proven ability to lead and scale accounting teams while effectively communicating complex accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders.

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US GAAP ComplianceFinancial Statement PreparationTeam Leadership and DevelopmentExternal Auditor ManagementHealthcare Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Accounting PoliciesFinancial ReportingInternal Controls DesignBudgeting and ForecastingTax Strategy CoordinationERP System ImprovementsEquity Compensation AccountingDebt Covenant ComplianceInventory AccountingLease Accounting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsPerformance ManagementCollaboration with Executive Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePharmacyPBMInsurancePublic Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own Gifthealth's accounting policies and procedures and ensure consistent application of US GAAP
Lead annual audited financial statement preparation and manage compliance with debt covenants
Serve as primary management point of contact for external auditors
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, acquisitions, partnership arrangements, equity compensation, and new product or service launches
Design, maintain, and improve the internal controls environment, including controls for drug purchasing, inventory, and third-party payer billing and collections
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar at a strategic level
Hold the Controller accountable for the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial statements
Lead, develop, and scale the accounting organization, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning
Partner with FP&A on forecasting, budgeting, and board/investor reporting
Oversee tax strategy coordination with external tax advisors
Evaluate and implement accounting system and process improvements, including ERP enhancements
Present financial results, risks, and technical accounting matters to the CFO, executive leadership, and ownership/board
Report to the CFO and collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Compliance, Pharmacy Operations, and executive leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
CPA strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in a controllership or assistant controller role
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including revenue recognition, inventory, and lease accounting standards
Demonstrated experience managing external auditor and lender relationships, including audited financial statement delivery
Experience building and scaling accounting teams and processes in a high-growth, privately held company
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical accounting concepts for non-accounting executives and ownership
Healthcare, pharmacy, PBM, insurance, or other regulated industry experience strongly preferred
Public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) is a plus
Must be able to sit or work at a computer for extended periods
Must be able to travel as needed for audit, lender, or leadership meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Full-time employment
Occasional extended hours during close, audit, and reporting deadlines
Some travel may be required for audit, lender, or leadership meetings