Controller

Overview Golden Plains Community Hospital is currently seeking a Controller that will lead and direct all financial activities, including accounting, finance forecasting, financial reporting, payor contract management and control/monitoring of financial functions. Utilizing advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, the Controller will help prepare and oversee monthly financial statements, quarterly and annual cash flow forecasts, as well as the operating and capital budgets. In addition to supervising all financial activities, the Controller will also act as a liaison between heads of hospital departments, relaying all information regarding department budgetary reports. Other responsibilities include year‑end audits, revenue cycle, reimbursement and internal, external and regulatory requirements. Furthermore, the Controller will lead by example, to uphold the values and mission statement of the hospital. Position Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field Prior healthcare experience with prior management experience required Proficiency in word processing applications, spreadsheet applications, and computer-based accounting and information systems Written and oral communication skills to present financial information to department managers and clinical personnel without a financial background; poise, confidence and tact to interact with personnel from all levels of the organization Will also be completing Grant Writer work, experience preferred Duties Financial Reporting Provides oversight of the preparation of and analytical review of financial and statistical budgets for assigned entities Provides oversight of all budget reporting comparing actual results to budget standards Completes analytical review and follow‑up with department heads regarding all material budget variances Audit Management Reviews engagement letters, management representation letter, management letter comments, and all other auditor communications Coordinates the timing and presentation of audit including arrangements for field work, coordinating reviews by CFO and CEO, and arrangements for board presentation Prepares all analytical reviews and selected audit schedules Adherence to all other accounting professional standards and departmental policies and procedures Internal Control Structure Designs, maintains and provides oversight of the organization’s financial internal control structure Designs, maintains and provides oversight of the accounting department policies and procedures to ensure the safeguarding of assets and accurate financial reporting Reviews and authorizes disbursements and expenditures Responsible for cash management responsibilities to ensure adequate cash reserves for operations and proper investment of excess cash reserves to realize investment income Departmental Management Responsible for selection, training and evaluation of Accounting staff Supervises staff productivity, including management of overtime usage Manages departmental costs in adherence to budget standards Provides leadership and oversight of safety standards and program for departmental staff Personal Responsibilities Observes established hospital and department policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safety, infection control and other environmental regulations Works collaboratively with others toward improving organizational performance and supports goals and objectives of the organization Meets organizational standard for attendance, punctuality and use of break times Maintains and enhances competency through in‑services, staff meetings and educational programs Observes dress code per organizational and departmental standards #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden Plains Hospital