Controller Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Controller jobs in Phoenix are concentrated in the Camelback Corridor, Downtown Phoenix, and Tempe, across financial services, healthcare, real estate, and technology sectors. Employers hiring right now include WorldWide Jet Charter, CIM, and CIM. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Christian Care, our work is more than a profession—it is a calling to purpose-driven presence, stewardship, and dignified care. For over 40 years, we have provided compassionate senior living options across Arizona. Today, our enterprise serves over 2,000 residents across 6 vibrant campuses, managing 17 legal entities with $85 million in annual revenues across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, HUD Housing, and Home Health.
The Role & Impact
As the Corporate Controller, you will serve as the primary operational partner to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). You will lead our 14-person finance team, ensuring financial reporting accuracy, robust internal controls, smooth audit management, and long-term financial sustainability for our multi-entity enterprise.
- Financial Stewardship & Reporting: Direct month-end and year-end close, multi-entity consolidations, intercompany accounting, and timely and accurate GAAP-compliant financial statement preparation across 17 legal entities.
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Audit & Compliance Management: Act as primary liaison for external audits, lead Form 990 tax reporting support, and ensure ongoing compliance with HUD, Medicare, bond covenants, and regulatory bodies.
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Servant Leadership & Team Mentorship: Oversee a team of 12 accounting professionals (directing the Accounting Manager). Coach, mentor, and foster cross-training to build a resilient, high-performing culture.
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Internal Controls & Risk Management: Maintain a strong control environment, establish policies and procedures, assist CFO with cash management, and safeguard organizational assets.
- Systems & Process Innovation: Drive continuous improvement in financial technology, budgeting systems, and reporting workflows to improve efficiency across all campuses.
Educated & Credentialed: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (Master’s/MBA preferred). Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely related field may be considered with relevant progressive accounting leadership experience.- CPA strongly preferred.
- Experienced Leader: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years supervising multi-entity accounting teams.
- Nonprofit & Healthcare Savvy: Deep knowledge of GAAP non-profit accounting. Experience in Senior Living, CCRCs, HUD Affordable Housing, Skilled Nursing, or Medicare reimbursement environments is highly desirable.
- Systems & Analytics Expert: Advanced Excel skills and proven success leading financial software implementations or process automations.
- A Servant Leader: Someone who leads with empathy, supports their team, communicates transparently with non-financial leaders, and aligns naturally with our core values of kindness, respect, and integrity.
Meaningful Purpose: Your work directly supports high-quality, dignified living for over 2,000 seniors.- Leadership Culture: A supportive executive environment where leadership is defined by service, humility, and mutual accountability.
- Stability & Growth: A well-established, financially sound non-profit enterprise committed to staff development.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Competitive salary, health/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and wellness support.
External & Internal Candidates: Apply online on our Careers Page.
At Christian Care, our work is more than a profession—it is a calling to purpose-driven presence, stewardship, and dignified care. For over 40 years, we have provided compassionate senior living options across Arizona. Today, our enterprise serves over 2,000 residents across 6 vibrant campuses, managing 17 legal entities with $85 million in annual revenues across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, HUD Housing, and Home Health.
The Role & Impact
As the Corporate Controller, you will serve as the primary operational partner to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). You will lead our 14-person finance team, ensuring financial reporting accuracy, robust internal controls, smooth audit management, and long-term financial sustainability for our multi-entity enterprise.
- Financial Stewardship & Reporting: Direct month-end and year-end close, multi-entity consolidations, intercompany accounting, and timely and accurate GAAP-compliant financial statement preparation across 17 legal entities.
-
Audit & Compliance Management: Act as primary liaison for external audits, lead Form 990 tax reporting support, and ensure ongoing compliance with HUD, Medicare, bond covenants, and regulatory bodies.
-
Servant Leadership & Team Mentorship: Oversee a team of 12 accounting professionals (directing the Accounting Manager). Coach, mentor, and foster cross-training to build a resilient, high-performing culture.
-
Internal Controls & Risk Management: Maintain a strong control environment, establish policies and procedures, assist CFO with cash management, and safeguard organizational assets.
- Systems & Process Innovation: Drive continuous improvement in financial technology, budgeting systems, and reporting workflows to improve efficiency across all campuses.
Educated & Credentialed: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (Master’s/MBA preferred). Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely related field may be considered with relevant progressive accounting leadership experience.- CPA strongly preferred.
- Experienced Leader: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years supervising multi-entity accounting teams.
- Nonprofit & Healthcare Savvy: Deep knowledge of GAAP non-profit accounting. Experience in Senior Living, CCRCs, HUD Affordable Housing, Skilled Nursing, or Medicare reimbursement environments is highly desirable.
- Systems & Analytics Expert: Advanced Excel skills and proven success leading financial software implementations or process automations.
- A Servant Leader: Someone who leads with empathy, supports their team, communicates transparently with non-financial leaders, and aligns naturally with our core values of kindness, respect, and integrity.
Meaningful Purpose: Your work directly supports high-quality, dignified living for over 2,000 seniors.- Leadership Culture: A supportive executive environment where leadership is defined by service, humility, and mutual accountability.
- Stability & Growth: A well-established, financially sound non-profit enterprise committed to staff development.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Competitive salary, health/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and wellness support.
External & Internal Candidates: Apply online on our Careers Page.
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Who's Hiring
- WorldWide Jet Charter10
- CIM9
- Jitterbit2
- Axiom Care2
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
- Manufacturing
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
Controller Jobs in Phoenix: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a controller job in Phoenix?
Phoenix controller roles are most accessible through the city's financial services firms along the Camelback Corridor, large healthcare systems headquartered downtown, and the growing technology and real estate development sectors in Tempe and Scottsdale. Candidates with CPA credentials and experience in multi-entity consolidation or public company reporting stand out locally. Targeting mid-size regional companies and publicly traded firms with Phoenix headquarters sharpens your edge.
Which companies hire controllers in Phoenix?
Phoenix controller roles are posted by WorldWide Jet Charter, CIM, and CIM and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Phoenix's mix of national corporate headquarters, regional healthcare systems, and fast-growing fintech and real estate firms creates consistent controller demand across employer sizes.
Are there remote controller jobs in Phoenix?
Yes, though controllers are less remote-friendly than purely analytical finance roles because the position typically requires direct oversight of accounting operations, month-end close, and audit coordination. About 17% of controller openings tied to Phoenix are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid schedules more common than fully remote. The most remote-eligible work tends to involve financial reporting and systems oversight rather than day-to-day team management.
How can I get a controller job in Phoenix with little or no experience?
The most realistic path in Phoenix is moving up from a senior accountant or accounting manager role within a mid-size company in healthcare, real estate, or professional services, sectors that hire heavily here and often promote internally. Phoenix's large regional credit unions, property management firms, and healthcare networks regularly post assistant controller openings that serve as direct stepping stones. Building experience with ERP systems common in the Phoenix market, such as Yardi or NetSuite, strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Which industries hire the most controllers in Phoenix?
Phoenix controller roles concentrate in Investment & Asset Management, Manufacturing, and Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Phoenix's status as a major healthcare hub, a growing financial services center, and an expanding commercial real estate market drives consistent controller demand across those sectors year-round.
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