Controller New Remote (United States)

Pair Team is a public benefit company reimagining care for the safety net. As an AI-enabled medical group for Medicaid and Medicare, we deliver medical, behavioral, and social care by integrating shelters, pantries and other community-based organizations into our whole-person model. As California's largest complex care provider, we've proven our impact to reduce avoidable emergency care, including a 52% and 26% reduction in ER visits and hospitalizations respectively. Once scaled nationally, our approach would save tax payers $150B per year.With our years of experience and vast data collected, we are now building an AI platform that embeds social work agents across the safety net to truly unify our fragmented healthcare and welfare system. By scaling our country's frontline medical and social services workforce, we aim to bring high-touch care to everyone.At Pair Team, we're not just delivering care—we're transforming it. We're building a future where high-touch, community-driven care is accessible to everyone, especially the most underserved.As the Controller at Pair Team you'll own the accounting function end-to-end, strengthen our financial infrastructure, and partner closely with executive leadership as we scale. You'll operate at the intersection of healthcare complexity and startup velocity, ensuring our systems, controls, and reporting are audit-ready while flexible enough to support rapid growth.This is a fully remote position.What You'll DoOwn the full accounting function (AP/AR, GL, close, reporting)Lead month-end/year-end close and deliver accurate, board-ready financialsDevelop, maintain, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures that are scalable and audit-readyPartner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and cash managementEnsure compliance with Medicaid/Medicare billing, tax filings, and regulatory requirementsSelect, implement, and optimize accounting systems to scale with growthBuild scalable, automated processes that support a fast-moving startup environmentWhat You'll Need8+ years of progressive Accounting experience; minimum of 2 years of controller or senior accounting experienceExperience building and leading in a high-growth, early-stage startup and strong knowledge of equity accounting and cap table managementBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferredSolid grasp of healthcare finance (CPOM, Medicaid/Medicare billing, value based care, compliance, etc.)Experience coordinating external audits, SOC compliance, and GAAP audit readinessProficiency with accounting software (NetSuite, QuickBooks, etc.), expense management platforms (Bill.com, Brex, etc.), and advanced Excel and financial modeling skillsFamiliarity with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Rippling, Gusto, ADP)Familiarity with state and federal tax compliance, including multi-state requirementsStrong collaboration skills with executive and senior thought partnersOwnership mindset – own driving results for the mission, business, and customer experienceStrong desire to work in an early stage startup environment that is fast paced, complex, and has minimal barriers to make decisions (no "red tape")Passion for helping individuals experiencing complex chronic needs such as homelessness, severe mental illness, and substance use disorderOur ValuesLead with integrity: We keep our commitments and take responsibility for our actions. We are dependable and choose authenticity over perfection.Embrace challenges: We leave our egos at the door and step forward into discomfort instead of back into safety. We help each other to learn and provide feedback using candor and kindness.Break through walls: We go the extra mile for our patients, partners and one another, and we run toward hard things. We are resilient in our push for consistent improvement and challenge the status quo.Act beyond yourself: We build each other up and respect boundaries. We seek first to understand and assume positive intent.Care comes first: We hold ourselves to the highest standards for our patients. We are relentless in the pursuit of our mission, and ensure that we are taking care of ourselves in order to care for others.BenefitsEquity compensation packageFlexible vacation policy – take the time you need to rechargeComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k)100% company-sponsored short and long-term disability and life insuranceSubsidized backup childcare and caregiver supports through WellthyWork entirely from the comfort of your own homeMonthly $100 work from home expense stipendWe provide the equipment needed for the roleOpportunity for rapid career progression with plenty of room for personal growth!Pair Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Pair Team, we value diversity and strive to provide an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, age, disability, political affiliation, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic covered by federal, state, or local law.Pair Team participates in E-Verify to verify employment eligibility for new hires. Any offer of employment at Pair Team is conditioned upon passing a pre-employment background check. Following a conditional job offer, candidates will undergo comprehensive employment background checks, including criminal history, reference checks, and driving records if a role requires vehicle use.J-18808-Ljbffr