Controller

Controller The Controller will have a strong understanding of accounting and principles of cost accounting, budgeting, and reimbursement.
They will also have a firm understanding of third party reimbursement from governmental and other insurers.
Working knowledge of financial accounting systems, finance/billing systems, and database management.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Controller directs and coordinates the financial operations of a hospital.
Their duties will include: Directing and coordinating financial operations of a hospital.
Assisting in formulating and administering approved general accounting practices for the hospital.
Analyzing and interpreting data and develop reports to executive management reflecting internal economic conditions and trends.
Coordinating the establishment of major schedules, task assignments and allocation of staff and equipment to ensure compliance with specified objectives, policies and deadlines through accountable management personnel.
Directing and controlling comprehensive budget preparations and cost data.
Developing clear and informative methods and media to present financial data, special projects and studies of a financial nature.
Planning and conducting meetings with subordinates to ensure compliance with established practices, to implement new policies and to keep employees aware of changes and current standards.
Approving and signing documents effecting monetary transactions.
Directing the preparation of reports which outline the hospital's financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present and future operations.
The Controller is responsible for the direction and leadership of the day to day fiscal facility operations and maintaining proper financial controls to ensure reliable and accurate financial reporting and integrity of financial services and applications.
Formulates and administers general accounting practices in adherence with corporate accounting policy (GAAP) and internal audit guidelines; interprets data, and prepares financial analyses of operations for the guidance of management.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: BS/BA degree in business related field, accounting preferred.
Three to five years in hospital fiscal services.
Three + years at supervisory level.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: A strong understanding of accounting and principles of cost accounting, budgeting, and reimbursement.
An understanding of third party reimbursement from governmental and other insurers.
Working knowledge of financial accounting systems, finance/billing systems, and database management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel Knowledge, Word, Outlook) Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel required: Modeling, Reconciliations, Pivot Tables, Logic Formulas Must manifest problem-solving abilities and decisive leadership.
Professional accounting skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to complete tasks in an orderly and timely manner, prioritizing as necessary Excel in computer skills, as well as verbal and communication skills.
Good organizational and supervisory skills; ability to read comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions; demonstrates good customer relations and analytical skills.
Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for twenty-four hour operations and maintaining proper financial controls to ensure reliable and accurate financial reporting and integrity of financial services and applications by consistently analyzing, evaluating and monitoring procedures, processes and systems Formulates and administers general accounting practices in adherence with corporate accounting policy and internal audit guidelines; interprets data, and prepares financial analyses of operations for the guidance of management.
Ensures delivery of high quality services by maintaining appropriate staffing levels, equipment, resources, competency, physical space, training and education of staff.
Applies the principles of continuous quality improvement in delivery of services, through assessment and monitoring of financial processes and systems.
Under the direction of the AVP Finance, the Controller supervises and directs all aspects of the Finance Department, which includes General Ledger, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Reimbursement and Cost Reporting.
Directs and coordinates financial operations of a hospital.
Preparing financial and performance analysis and reporting including Accounts Receivable, reimbursement and third party analysis Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for both Acute and Long Term Care, and completion of surveys and annual cost reports for all All accounting activities such as reconciliations and analyses in preparation for accurate and timely monthly reporting and same for the annual audit Coordinating the budget process in Salary, Capital and other operating expenses and assisting departments with budget preparation WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Additional time as needed.
REPORTS TO: AVP Finance SUPERVISES: Finance Manager, Payroll Manager, Accounting Supervisor Additional skills and knowledge required: Extensive Knowledge of: 990 reporting; Hospital revenue cycle including the charge master DSRIP VBP/VBPQIP Budgeting Process CMS/DOH Institutional Cost report 340b program NYSDOH financial reporting requirements Knowledge and compliance with debt, treasury and investment functions Supervision of Finance Staff including: Payroll, Accounting, and Accounts Payable departments Ability to effectively communicate and interact with staff, Executive Management, department managers and external personnel