Area Controller

Encompass Health Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is looking for an Area Controller to support multiple hospitals in St. Louis. This role is pivotal in managing financial operations, from budgeting to audits, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least five years of hospital accounting experience. Strong leadership and financial management skills are essential. The position offers a range of benefits, including medical plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years hospital accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of financial management principles required.

Responsibilities

• Approve purchases for hospital expenses per policies.
• Perform financial reviews on a monthly basis.
• Prepare state financial reports as required.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Accounting

Leadership

Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Job description

Area Controller Career Opportunity

As an Area Controller, you'll be at the heart of our mission-supporting multiple hospitals by guiding their financial operations with confidence and care. From billing and payroll to budgeting, forecasting, and audits, you'll help keep everything running smoothly while partnering closely with each hospital CEO. It's a chance to build a meaningful career close to home and heart while making a real impact every day.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Responsibilities

• Approve the purchases of multiple hospital expenses in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Perform multiple hospital financial reviews on a monthly basis and control expenses.
• Prepare any state financial reports that are required.
• Complete annual financial budget and capital budget for multiple hospitals.
• Review multiple hospitals' A/R on a daily basis.
• Complete monthly financial package and submit to corporate on a monthly basis.
• Assist department to monitor labor productivity for multiple hospitals.
• Complete weekly financial forecasts.
• Complete reports as requested by CEO, hospital leaders, regional teams and corporate office.
• Responsible for internal controls and audits for multiple hospitals.
• Complete cost report packages as needed.
• Help monitor compliance with Medicare regulations.
• Implement action plans to ensure operational effectiveness.
• Participate in hospital governing body and partnership boards as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years hospital accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of financial management and analysis principles and techniques and managerial skills typically acquired through experience in accounting or healthcare operations.
• Relevant experience in financial management and financial operations, including but not limited to labor management, revenue analysis, expense management, contract negotiation, and utilization review.
• Relevant experience in budgeting, capital planning, and operations.
• Relevant experience in creating and executing a strong internal control environment.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.