Vice President, Accounting (Controller)

Location: Hybrid - Houston, Texas

Posted: April 5, 2025

Req# 3573

Finance

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

Financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency are the foundation of a high-growth organization, and at Empower, the Vice President, Accounting (Controller) is the driving force behind financial reporting, internal controls, and enterprise-wide accounting integrity. This leader will ensure artificial intelligence AI-powered automation, real-time financial insights, and regulatory compliance are seamlessly integrated into Empower’s financial operations, enabling scalable growth, risk mitigation, and data-driven decision-making.

This role requires a proven accounting leader who excels at financial governance, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) compliance, AI-driven financial reporting, and automation-powered accounting workflows. From monthly close and financial statement preparation to tax compliance and internal audits, this leader will ensure Empower’s financial operations are world-class, efficient, and future-ready.

If you are an elite accounting executive with expertise in AI-driven financial automation, accounting process optimization, and regulatory excellence, this is your opportunity to lead the next evolution of accounting at Empower.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a best-in-class accounting strategy, ensuring financial reporting accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Leverage AI-driven accounting automation and predictive analytics to streamline financial close processes, forecasting, and real-time reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with GAAP, SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) reporting, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act controls, integrating AI-powered risk assessment tools.
• Optimize financial statement preparation, cash flow management, and budget variance analysis, ensuring financial accuracy and business alignment.
• Deploy AI-enhanced internal controls, ensuring fraud prevention, audit readiness, and data integrity across all financial operations.
• Oversee tax compliance, treasury management, and financial risk mitigation, ensuring Empower meets all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Enhance AI-powered financial forecasting, scenario planning, and revenue recognition models, enabling real-time financial decision-making.
• Strengthen audit readiness and internal control frameworks, leveraging automation, continuous monitoring, and predictive analytics for real-time financial oversight.
• Lead and develop a high-performance accounting team, fostering a culture of precision, accountability, and executional excellence.
• Act as a strategic financial partner to the executive leadership team, ensuring accounting operations are seamlessly aligned with business objectives and growth strategy.
  
  

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.

Knowledge And Skills

• Exceptional leadership, financial governance, and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to align accounting functions with corporate objectives and ensure execution at an elite level.
• Proven expertise in AI-powered financial close automation, compliance-driven reporting, and predictive financial analytics, with demonstrated ability to optimize accounting workflows through technology.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting, tax regulations, and global financial compliance, ensuring seamless adherence to all accounting standards and risk management practices.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  
  

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.
  
  

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of executive leadership experience in accounting, financial reporting, or controllership, with a proven track record of managing large-scale accounting operations in high-growth organizations.
• Requires a Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, with strong preference for candidates with expertise in AI-driven financial automation, compliance frameworks, and digital accounting transformation.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) strongly preferred; Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred.
  
  

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

• No-Cost Medication: Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.
• Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips: Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options: Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Telehealth visits: Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family.
• Paid & Volunteer Time Off: Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.
• Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating): Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.
• Life & AD&D Coverage: Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account): Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%: Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a short period of time.
• Flexible Schedules: Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.
• Rewards & Recognition Program: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.
  
  

Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Accident Insurance: Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.
• Critical Illness: Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.
• Long-Term Disability: Protect your income during illness or injury with long-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental Life & AD&D: Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
• Legal Services: Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently.
• Identity Theft Protection: Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit.
• Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being.