Controller

Overview

Southern Cancer Center

Location: Daphne, AL (with oversight of multiple locations)
Department: Finance & Administration
Reports To: Executive Director

About Southern Cancer Center

Southern Cancer Center is dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care through clinical excellence, compassion, and innovation. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead the organization's financial operations, support executive leadership, and ensure the financial health of our growing multi-site oncology practice.

This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a healthcare environment, enjoys partnering with leadership to drive business decisions, and has experience managing complex financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and revenue cycle oversight.

Position Summary

The Controller serves as the senior financial leader responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, revenue cycle performance, internal controls, payroll coordination, and cash management for Southern Cancer Center's multi-site practice operations. This position partners closely with executive leadership, physicians, department managers, and corporate partners to ensure sound financial management, regulatory compliance, and the achievement of organizational goals.

The Controller provides financial analysis and strategic guidance that supports operational decision-making while ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), organizational policies, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership and physician partners.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, operating results, and key performance indicators.
• Report financial performance, trends, risks, and opportunities to the Executive Director, physician leadership, and Board.
• Present financial information and recommendations during leadership, physician, and Board meetings.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Develop and coordinate the annual operating, capital, and cash flow budgets.
• Assist department leaders with budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Monitor organizational performance against budget targets and investigate significant variances.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and support cost-effective healthcare delivery.
• Participate in organizational strategic planning and goal development.

Revenue Cycle Oversight

• Provide oversight of the revenue cycle process, including:
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Cash Clearing Accounts
  • Credit Balance Management
  • Contractual Allowances
  • Bad Debt Reserves
  • Denial Management and Recovery
• Ensure compliance with established accounting and revenue cycle policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Monitor key financial indicators and recommend process improvements.

Accounting & Internal Controls

• Oversee general accounting functions, including:
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Payroll Coordination
  • Cash Management
• Establish, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits as needed.

Contract & Business Operations Management

• Analyze proposed contracts for financial impact and organizational risk.
• Monitor compliance with Management Services Agreements and other contractual obligations.
• Review selected contracts, purchase orders, and vouchers before processing.
• Support implementation of organizational initiatives, financial processes, and system enhancements.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Supervise accounting and finance support staff.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to team members.
• Collaborate with department managers to improve financial understanding and accountability across the organization.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison between Southern Cancer Center and corporate partners regarding financial processes and controls.

Technology & Systems

• Ensure information systems effectively capture and report financial data required for management, physicians, payers, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in the evaluation, selection, implementation, and optimization of financial and operational software systems.

Compliance

• Support and adhere to the Southern Cancer Center Compliance Program, including the Code of Conduct, Ethics, and Business Standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting regulations, healthcare financial standards, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive financial management experience.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and accounting operations.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
• Advanced proficiency with financial reporting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• Healthcare finance or physician practice management experience.
• Public accounting experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE).
• Experience with revenue cycle management and healthcare reimbursement methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Financial Planning
• Budget Development & Forecasting
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Revenue Cycle Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
• Contract Analysis
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Change Management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of computers and keyboards.
• Occasional bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, physicians, leadership, and external partners.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment with frequent interaction with physicians, department leaders, and staff across multiple locations. Occasional travel may be required.

Why Join Southern Cancer Center?

• Opportunity to partner directly with executive and physician leadership.
• High-impact role influencing organizational strategy and financial performance.
• Collaborative healthcare environment dedicated to improving patient care.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.