What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at eLuma, LLC?
About Us
eLuma is the premier provider of live, online therapy services (also known as teletherapy and telepractice) and software solutions for kids and adolescents. We specifically provide online speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, mental health and school psychology services to students in K-12 schools.
With a national network of high-quality therapists & educators, an innovative software platform, and a game-changing case management system, eLuma empowers K-12 special education programs to provide related services in the most effective, cost-efficient and dependable way. eLuma is one of the fastest growing companies in this exciting niche.
Opportunity
We aren’t just offering another product, EdTech software app, or tech-enabled service. We are literally changing the therapy world for the better and creating a powerful social impact. You will work with the Chief Financial Officer and entire eLuma team to keep building and scaling a solution. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) estimates that 45% of individuals with mental illness don’t get treatment they need, the National Institute of Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) reports that 1 in 12 have disorders related to voice, speech, language or swallowing. What’s more, as the Baby Boomers continue to age, the need for skilled therapists in all disciplines will continue to increase. The world needs a solution to manage and resolve crisis level shortages and broken delivery systems. eLuma is poised to take this solution to the world. Come change the world with us!
We’re looking for a full-time, experienced Controller to join our growing finance team. This individual reports to the CFO and will build a world-class accounting function. You will lead a team, implement a financial reporting framework, develop cost measurement and containment processes, and manage the annual GAAP audit. This is a remote/hybrid opportunity with a flexible schedule. This role is critical in shaping eLuma’s financial strategy, supporting mergers and acquisitions, and driving operational excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to provide actionable insights, drive strategic initiatives, and support corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
- Serve as a strategic business partner to cross-functional teams, providing financial insights to drive operational and strategic decision-making.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies, monitor compliance with GAAP, and address complex technical accounting issues.
- Optimize and enhance financial reporting processes, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, and board reporting, ensuring scalability and timeliness.
- Lead and develop the Accounting team. Live the company values and inspire your team to do the same.
- Hold monthly variance to budget meetings with management, lead the discussion and analysis
- Leverage data analytics and financial technology tools to improve forecasting, reporting, and decision-making processes.
- Proactively interpret financial information and provide timely recommendations for informed decision making.
- Identify, analyze, research, recommend and consider implications of GAAP on financial transactions
- Ensure financial reports comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
- Be the primary contact and lead the partnership with external auditors, provide required statements and information for the annual audit.
- Review budget reports and assist other departments to prepare annual budgets.
- Continuously streamline and improve processes, leading to a more efficient and timely reporting cadence.
- Negotiate, maintain compliance to, and renew business insurance
- Coordinate the preparation of the corporate tax return.
- Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
- Comply with local, state, and federal government requirements, including new state registrations and tax filing requirements
- Work with the accounting department and customers to ensure timely invoicing and collection of accounts receivable balances.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required; MBA preferred).
- 7 years of progressive experience, including leadership roles in accounting or finance.
- Proven expertise in technical accounting and GAAP standards (ASC 606, ASC 842).
- Experience leading or contributing to M&A processes, including due diligence and integration.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and SaaS financial tools; experience with QBO and Salesforce is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments and with senior leadership.
- Certified Public Accountant designation highly preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 10% for team meetings, conferences, events, etc.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- Incentives and potential bonuses
- Flexible work schedule
Please visit our website, www.eluma.com to learn more about us and apply today.
eLuma 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. eLuma is an E-Verify participating employer.
Salary : $135,000 - $150,000