Controller & Finance Operations Leader

The OpportunityWe are conducting a Controller search on behalf of a fast-growing health technology company based in Salt Lake City. This organization has built a strong track record in personalized health solutions, a loyal customer base, and a product ecosystem that continues to scale — and they need a sharp financial leader to grow with them. This is not a back-office role. The Controller / Finance & Operations Leader will be a true strategic partner — the financial glue of the organization — with direct visibility to senior leadership and a mandate to build a modern, AI-enabled finance function from the ground up.What You'll DoFinancial Modeling & ForecastingBuild and maintain AI-ready financial models, templates, and reporting structuresKeep forecasts tightly aligned with business plans and real-time performanceTranslate complex operational inputs into clear, actionable financial outputsCash Control & Spend DisciplineOwn daily/weekly cash positioning and working capital visibilityImplement smart spend controls and approval workflowsDrive budget discipline and resource accountability across the organizationReporting & Decision SupportDeliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial insights to leadershipIdentify risks early and lead corrective action proactivelyRepresent finance in cross-functional planning with product, marketing, and operationsOperational & Strategic FinanceManage AP/AR, vendor relationships, payroll coordination, and subscription oversightPartner on unit economics, pricing strategy, margin analysis, and COGS improvementsSupport CFO/CEO with investor materials, data rooms, and fundraising scenario planningProcess OptimizationAutomate manual processes using AI tools — build a lean, scalable finance functionCreate repeatable systems for financial hygiene that grow with speed, not headcount Who You AreA high-ownership finance professional with sharp analytical skills and strong operational instincts. You thrive in a fast-moving environment and know how to make numbers tell a story that drives real decisions. Required2–6 years in FP&A, strategic finance, consulting, or operations financeStrong financial modeling and analytical decision-making skillsComfortable with AI tools and modern finance tech stacksExceptional communicator — able to simplify numbers for any audienceHigh ownership mindset with the ability to hold teams accountableEnergized by startup pace and ambiguityNice to HaveCPA credentialExperience in healthtech, consumer goods, or biotechFamiliarity with SaaS metrics, subscription models, or hardware unit economicsExposure to fundraising or investor reportingExperience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or AI-enhanced finance platforms