Controller

Encompass Health • Columbus, GA

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controller leads the accounting and financial team at an Encompass Health hospital, overseeing its accounting system and financial operations and using financial expertise to support the hospital's financial objectives. The role covers billing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, collections, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, and audits. The Controller prepares monthly and annual financial reviews, budgets, and required state financial reports; develops operational-efficiency plans at the request of hospital and corporate leadership; participates in Governing Body committees and partnership boards as needed; and assists with monitoring Medicare compliance. The position is based at a local hospital within Encompass Health's nationwide network.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 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.
• Relevant experience creating and executing a strong internal control environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years of hospital accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the hospital's accounting system and financial operations.
• Manage 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 corporate office.
• Participate in hospital Governing Body committees and partnership boards as needed.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with Medicare regulations.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior