Healthcare Controller: Strategy, Compliance & Leadership

Journey; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k through Voya

Work Life Balance

Job summary

Journey is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls across our Georgia facilities. You will drive monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, maintain the general ledger per GAAP, and deliver management dashboards to support strategic decisions.

You will mentor the accounting team, support audits, and contribute to Medicare/Medicaid cost reports while partnering with operations to improve profitability and financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in long‑term care, skilled nursing, senior living, or healthcare services strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and healthcare reimbursement practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting and ERP software; advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with GAAP and healthcare reimbursement practices.
• Prepare and review financial reports, variance analyses, and management dashboards.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits and Medicare/Medicaid cost reports.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting for all facilities and corporate operations; partner with leadership to drive financial decisions.
• Mentor the accounting team and develop streamlined processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Journey is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls across our Georgia facilities. You will drive monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, maintain the general ledger per GAAP, and deliver management dashboards to support strategic decisions.

You will mentor the accounting team, support audits, and contribute to Medicare/Medicaid cost reports while partnering with operations to improve profitability and financial