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Deerfield Beach, Florida

Behavioral Health Controller

Healthcare AdministrationFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120K - $130K

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Posted 8mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Location: 0SY41 - OPTREUM LLC - Deerfield Beach, FL 33064
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: 4 Year Degree
  • Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 Salary/year
  • Job Shift: Day
  • Job Category: Accounting

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Controller at WE LEVEL UP is responsible for overseeing the financial operations within the behavioral health division. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes, while aligning with the organization's strategic objectives.

The Behavioral Health Controller will work closely with management to provide financial insights that drive decision-making and support the growth and sustainability of behavioral health services.

Position Responsibilities: Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational goals. Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for the behavioral health division, collaborating with department heads to align financial goals with operational objectives. Monitor financial performance by analyzing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances.

Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic planning and decision-making. Manage and mentor the finance team within the behavioral health division, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Coordinate with external auditors and ensure timely completion of audits, addressing any findings or recommendations. Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard the division's assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.

Stay informed about industry trends and changes in regulations that may impact financial operations, adapting strategies as necessary. Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred. CPA or CMA certification is highly desirable.

Required Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management or accounting within the healthcare or behavioral health industry. Proven track record of managing financial operations and budgeting processes. Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies and policies.

Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance standards. Required Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

Proficiency in financial software and tools such as QuickBooks, SAP, or similar platforms. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve organizational goals. High level of integrity and ethical standards in financial reporting and management.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Controller oversees the financial operations for the behavioral health division, ensuring the accuracy of reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes to align with strategic objectives. This role involves providing crucial financial insights to management to support decision-making and the sustainability of services.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with a minimum of 7 years of financial management experience specifically within the healthcare or behavioral health industry. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial software, and excellent leadership abilities are required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Variance AnalysisAuditing

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Controller at Confidential Employer a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Behavioral Health healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% are remote, 20% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 8.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Behavioral Health by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$120k–$130kBehavioral Health median $71k (middle half $63k–$75k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$121k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% remote · 20% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Behavioral Health pay trend−8.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$125k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
94%
Sign-on bonus
56%
Loan repayment
6%
CME allowance
6%
PSLF eligible
6%

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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score
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About Confidential Employer

Hospitals and Health Care
Deerfield Beach, Florida
51-200 employees

Living in Deerfield Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$471k≈ 3.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,418/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.