Director, Finance/Controller (Bothwell Regional Health Center)

Ovation Healthcare•Crest, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance/Controller is responsible for the daily operations in financial accounting, accounts payable, and payroll. This role is responsible for the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports to be used by both hospital management and external parties, and for coordinating all financial audits to ensure they are completed on a timely basis. The Director of Finance/Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Graduate from a recognized College or University, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a major in Accounting.
3-5 years’ experience in appropriate field of accounting, preferably in a healthcare facility, with some experience in the supervision of staff and maintaining a computerized general ledger system.
Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.
Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole.
Works to resolve conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker.
Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts.
Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals.
Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.
Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.
Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.
Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA in Accounting is desired.

Responsibilities

Directs the preparation and analysis of internal and external financial statements in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles, ensuring financial statements fairly report results of operation.
Manages the daily cash management operations of the Health Center, including the movement of money between accounts to cover daily operations and the daily cash receipt activity of the Health Center and its affiliates. Monitors market conditions and reviews the Health Center’s investment performance regularly, recommending investment strategies to maximize returns and maintaining the investment policy in accordance with reasonable business practice.
Evaluates new or modified accounting systems to provide accurate reports of financial and operational activities, supervising the installation of such systems. Directs the development and maintenance of monthly revenue and expense monitoring tools.
Directs the annual preparation of the Medicare, Medicaid and Other payor cost reports.
Consults with management and consultants to compile data necessary for accurate external reporting to regulatory agencies. Coordinates use of external consultants as necessary to analyze reimbursement programs and file for reimbursement program appeals.
Directs the development of policies and procedures to ensure proper accounting for the acquisition, transfer, and disposition of capital expenditures.
Oversees the disbursement of Health Center’s funds through the Accounts Payable system and the development of policies and procedures to assure the effective and efficient disbursement of accounts payable for the facility.
Oversees the preparation, review, and distribution of W-2 and 1099 forms and filing in accordance with the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service.
Oversees the payroll processes of the Health Center and subsidiaries, ensuring that pay policies and practices are in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Reviews both the Health Center’s and subsidiary company activity to ensure accurate reporting in compliance with the Internal Revenue Service Code. Directs the preparation of timely and accurate Federal and State filings.
Directs the coordination of the annual audit with external auditors and actuaries. Assists in evaluation and selection of appropriate independent accounting firm.
Other duties as assigned.