Financial Reporting Director

About Lantern

Lantern is the specialty care platform connecting people with the best care when they need it most. By curating a Network of Excellence comprised of the nation's top specialists for surgery, cancer care, infusions and more, Lantern delivers excellent care with significant cost savings to employers and their workforces. Lantern also pairs members with a dedicated care team, including Care Advocates and nurses, for the entirety of their care journey, helping them get back to good health, back to their families and back to work. With convenient access to specialists nationwide, Lantern means quality care is within driving distance for most. Lantern is trusted by the nation's largest employers to deliver care to more than 6 million members across the country. Learn more about us at lanterncare.com. 

About You:

• You use LOGIC in your decision making and understand that progress is critical to making change. You focus on the execution of your content while balancing a fast-paced environment and you take the time to celebrate both the small & big wins. 
• INCLUSION is a core tenant of your personal beliefs. A diverse and inclusive environment is incredibly important to you. You understand and desire to be a part of a diverse team with different experiences and perspectives & you cherish the differences in each individual that you interact with.
• You have the GRIT, drive and ambition to tackle big problems. Big problems require big ideas and a team that supports new ideas. 
• You care deeply for your customers are driven to keep HUMANITY in all decisions. Your customers aren’t just the individuals using your product. They are the driving factor in your motivation to make a change.
• Integrity guides you in life. Focusing on the TRUTH vs. giving people the answers they want to hear. 
• You thrive in a Team Environment. Collaboration is key in innovation and creating change.

These pillars of LIGHT are a reminder to our team that we are making a difference by providing guidance and support in navigating the often complex and confusing landscape of healthcare. We hope that through this LIGHT, individuals can find their way to the best care, resources, and support they need to get back to life. 

If this sounds like you, we would love to connect to speak further about career opportunities at Lantern.

Please apply to our role & someone from our Talent Acquisition Team will reach out to help you navigate our interview process.

Job overview

The Financial Reporting Director plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for the organization. This position is responsible for managing the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, coordinating external audits, and supporting internal stakeholders with financial insights. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead and collaborate across departments.

Location:

Dallas, TX

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.
• Manage the external audit process, including coordination with auditors and preparation of audit schedules.
• Oversee the consolidation of financial results across multiple products.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistent application.
• Support the Controller, CFO and executive leadership with financial analysis and reporting.
• Monitor changes in accounting regulations and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist in the maintenance and further development of our financial systems and tools.
• Treasury management duties.
• Assist in investor relations communications.
• Act as liaison with FP&A for ongoing financial reporting, budget and forecasting.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff.

Primary requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting, including public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and commitment to accuracy.

 Benefits

Lantern does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.