Assistant Controller

Overview: Job Description Summary:

Supports the Controller in managing the hospital’s accounting operations and ensures compliance with GAAP, healthcare regulations, and internal policies. Oversees financial reporting, month\-end close, budgeting support, and internal controls to maintain accurate and timely financial information for decision\-making. Job Description: Essential Functions:

• Prepares and reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and financial analysis.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, healthcare industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Assists with external audits and regulatory filings Including the 990 and 990T.
• Oversees general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Supports payroll, investment, fixed assets, and accounts receivable processes. Monitors and enforces internal controls to safeguard hospital assets.
• Assists in annual budget preparation and variance analysis. Provides financial insights to department leaders for cost control and efficiency.
• Supervises accounting staff, providing training, and performance feedback.
• Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to align financial practices with operational goals.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, required.Licensure Requirement:

Certified Public Accountant license, required.Certifications:

Certified Public Accountant certificate, required.Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem\-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communicator with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work independently, manage details, organize, and prioritize.

Experience:

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, required. Preferably in healthcare or Big 4 accounting.
• Prior supervisory experience, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0\-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11\-20 lbs, Standing, Walking

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Decision Making, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, SittingAdditional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above
• Talking on the phone or in person \- Frequently
• The Pressure in this position will vary depending on the workload. The workload will be heavy but manageable most of the time. Pressure may arise in the face of deadlines associated with grants, etc.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"