Controller

Encompass Health; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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 is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting and financial team at a hospital. This role involves direct oversight of financial operations, preparation of financial reviews, and collaborating with hospital leadership to ensure optimal financial performance.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and have a minimum of five years of relevant hospital accounting experience. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare plans and a 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years hospital accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of financial management and analysis principles.
• Experience in budgeting including capital planning.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the accounting system and financial operations.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reviews and budgets.
• Develop plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Financial management and analysis

Accounting principles

Managerial skills

Budgeting

Internal controls

Revenue analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

MBA

Job description

Overview

Controller career opportunity at Encompass Health. Lead the accounting and financial team at a hospital within Encompass Health's national inpatient rehabilitation network. Drive financial performance and collaborate with hospital leadership to support the hospital's well-being using your financial expertise.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the accounting system and financial operations of the hospital, including billing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, collections, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, and audits.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reviews, budgets, and required state financial reports.
• Develop and implement plans to enhance operational efficiency as requested by the CEO, hospital leadership, regional teams, and the corporate office.
• Participate in hospital Governing Body committees and partnership boards as needed.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with Medicare regulations.

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 labor management, revenue analysis, expense management, contract negotiation, and utilization review.
• Relevant experience in budgeting, including capital planning and operations.
• Experience in creating and maintaining a strong internal control environment.

Benefits

• 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.