VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE & CONTROLLER (REMOTE)
We’re Palco. We provide the management, support, and systems behind self-directed programs—the services that help people hire, pay, and manage their own caregivers with confidence. With 25+ years of experience as a national provider operating in over 17 states, we keep people at the center of everything we do. Through innovative technology and decades of expertise, we help states and partners run stronger, more compliant, and efficient programs. Our mission is to challenge the status quo and build smarter, more human-centered solutions that put power back in people’s hands. Want to learn more about joining our team? Visit www.palcofirst.com to explore opportunities.
The Vice President of Finance & Controller oversees the company’s accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and financial integrity across all business functions. This position manages the accounting team and leads the processes for financial close, audits, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting skills, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to support a dynamic, growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Close & Reporting
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Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process end-to-end, ensuring financials are accurate, complete, and delivered on a consistent, reliable timeline
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Establish and enforce a disciplined close calendar with clear deadlines, ownership, and review controls
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Review and approve all journal entries, accruals, and financial statements, ensuring they are fully supported and aligned with GAAP
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Identify breakdowns in the close process and implement improvements that increase accuracy, speed, and consistency
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Deliver financial reporting that is clear, explainable, and actionable for leadership
Reconciliations & Financial Integrity
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Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled monthly, supported, and reviewed, with no aged or unexplained balances
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Build and enforce standardized reconciliation processes, including documentation, review, and approval workflows
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Investigate and resolve discrepancies across systems (GL, payroll, billing, bank activity) to ensure full alignment
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Maintain clear, accurate visibility into cash and financial position at all times
Treasury & Cash Management
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Own all treasury functions, including cash management, banking relationships, and liquidity oversight
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Monitor cash flow, forecast needs, and ensure sufficient funding across accounts and programs
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Oversee bank reconciliations, cash movement, and controls around disbursements and receipts
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Implement processes and controls that ensure security, accuracy, and visibility of all cash activity
Internal Controls & Compliance
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Develop, own, and continuously improve the company’s internal control environment across all financial operations
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Establish clear ownership, segregation of duties, and approval structures to reduce risk and ensure accountability
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Proactively identify control gaps and implement practical, sustainable solutions
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Ensure audit readiness at all times with clean documentation and support
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Serve as the primary lead for audits and regulatory reviews
Accounting Operations Ownership
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Own and oversee all accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll accounting, and financial reporting for all entities
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Take accountability and provide hands-on leadership for the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial operations
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Ensure strong coordination between accounting, billing, payroll, and operations to support clean financial outcomes
Process Improvement & Technology
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Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes using current technologies, automation, and best practices
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Make practical recommendations to leadership on tools, systems, and process changes that improve efficiency and control
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Partner with IT and operational teams to streamline data flow and eliminate system gaps
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Build scalable, repeatable processes that reduce manual work and reliance on individuals
Metrics, Dashboards & Profitability
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Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that provide visibility into financial performance
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Create clear metrics around profitability, cost drivers, and operational efficiency
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Deliver insights that help leadership understand performance and make informed decisions
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Translate financial data into meaningful, usable information for both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Leadership, Team Management & Development
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Lead, manage, and develop the accounting team, establishing clear expectations, ownership, and accountability
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Train and mentor staff, strengthening technical skills, consistency, and performance over time
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Build a team that can execute a disciplined close, strong reconciliations, and reliable reporting
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Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Cross-Functional & External Communication
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Serve as a key financial partner across the organization, working closely with operations, leadership, and other departments
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Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both internal and external stakeholders
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Participate in client-facing discussions as needed, representing the financial function with credibility and clarity
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Support leadership with insights, recommendations, and financial guidance.
Qualifications
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CPA required. Does not need to be current.
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7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
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Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
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Demonstrated full-cycle General Ledger (G/L) experience, including journal entries, month-end close, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
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Working knowledge of payroll accounting and payroll processes, including payroll-related reconciliations and compliance considerations.
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Experience managing audits and working with external auditors
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Strong systems orientation with experience in NetSuite or similar accounting software; ability to evaluate and improve workflows
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, financial analysis, and data reporting.
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Remote work experience required
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Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
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Experience in healthcare, Medicaid, or government-funded programs preferred
Join Us
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This position is remote/work-from-home role. Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the end of your workday.
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Company benefits designed for you:
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Generous Paid time off.
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Annual bonus potential.
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Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.
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Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.
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Paid Training: Earn while you learn and continue to grow with access to internal and external learning opportunities.
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Great Work Environment: We are proud of our company culture of collaboration and the recognition we have received for our diversity efforts.
Benefits package:
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Employer shared Health Insurance cost
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Employer paid Disability Insurance
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Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Cancer Insurance
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Voluntary Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off
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Remote work environment
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Paid holidays
When you join Palco, you are engaged in creating the future - both our company’s, the people we serve, and your own. We understand that our success is directly related to the success of our team. We strive to create a culture where you can:
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Bring your authentic self to work.
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Grow and thrive, both personally and professionally.
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Make a difference with our clients, in our communities, and with the millions of people we support.
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Experience work/life balance.
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Feel value and a greater purpose through the work you do.
Palco, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
