Hospital Controller: Lead Close & Reporting

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Arcola (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Controller in Virginia to oversee monthly closes, train accounting staff, and provide financial analysis for hospital operations.

This role emphasizes accuracy in JE postings and strong collaboration with department managers. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in accounting within healthcare settings, CPA preferred, and a track record of leading accounting teams through year-end and SOX processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3+ years accounting experience required.
• 5+ years accounting with supervisory experience preferred in healthcare.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates monthly closes by ensuring data is submitted timely and accurately.
• Trains and supports the accounting staff.
• Prepare journal entries assigned per standard JE list for all entities.
• Performs and/or assists with special projects as assigned.
• Assists in preparation of cost reporting information for year-end settlement.
• Prepare monthly closing entries per the hospital’s closing by the CFO.
• Provide financial information and support to Department Manager’s as required
• Responsible for the daily operations of the accountants and accounts payable personnel.
• Maintains records in accordance with departmental filing and coding system.
• Serves as first support to all hospital departments.
• Serves as intermediary between accounting and centralized service centers.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assist in completing year-end work papers, Medicare cost report papers, and other year end and interim financial reports.
• Assists with SOX requirements to ensure compliance
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Masters degree in Accounting or Finance

Certified Public Accountant

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Controller in Virginia to oversee monthly closes, train accounting staff, and provide financial analysis for hospital operations.

This role emphasizes accuracy in JE postings and strong collaboration with department managers. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in accounting within healthcare settings, CPA preferred, and a track record of leading accounting teams through year-end and SOX processes.