Controller - Director of Accounting

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital in Tupelo, MS, seeks a senior finance leader to oversee accounting across multi-campus operations.

The role directs general ledger, financial reporting, payroll, and internal controls; mentors staff and partners with executives on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions. CPA preferred; 7–10 years in progressive accounting leadership required; on-site position.

Qualifications

• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership.
• 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.
• 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.

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, processes, 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

Leadership

GAAP

Financial reporting

Multi-entity accounting

Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Decision-making

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting 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, processes, 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.