Controller

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital in Tupelo, MS seeks a strategic Chief Financial Officer to oversee accounting and financial operations across our multi-campus organization.

The role requires regular in-person attendance at the corporate office in Tupelo and leadership of the accounting staff. You will partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensure GAAP compliance, and drive operational efficiency while strengthening internal controls.

Qualifications

• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 7–10 years progressive accounting experience including leadership.
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-site accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Healthcare, nonprofit accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations across multiple campuses and entities, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, financial reporting and lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Oversee accounting and financial reporting systems, including user access, chart of accounts, and report design.
• Oversee accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key financial metrics and provide meaningful analysis to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with executive and operational leaders on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee tax filings, cost reports, reimbursement reporting, and other regulatory submissions.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor, translating financial information into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes.
• Lead the annual audit and serve as a key liaison with external auditors.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Excel

Communication

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

Education

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting software

Job description

This key leadership role will be responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial operations across our multi-campus organization, managing accounting staff, and providing financial insight and guidance to executive and operational leaders. The ideal candidate is a strategic, detail-oriented financial leader who brings strong accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and service. Thisis an on-site, in-office leadership position based at the corporate office in Tupelo, MS and requires regular in-person attendance.

Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Lead accounting operations across multiple campuses and entities, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, financial reporting and lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Oversee accounting and financial reporting systems, including user access, chart of accounts, and report design.
• Oversee accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key financial metrics and provide meaningful analysis to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with executive and operational leaders on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee tax filings, cost reports, reimbursement reporting, and other regulatory submissions.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor, translating financial information into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes.
• Lead the annual audit and serve as a key liaison with external auditors.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience.
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-site accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Healthcare, senior living, or nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and collaborate with an accounting team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and accounting-system proficiency.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.