Regional/Division Controller

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ideal candidate for the Regional/Division Controller role is highly motivated, desires to own the quality of the work product and is looking to join a dynamic and innovative organization in the growing healthcare industry. The Regional /Division Controller is a key financial partner for operations leadership with responsibility for owning the quality of the accounting and operations for an assigned business.

Regional/Division Controllers will report to a central Finance team, as well as directly support operations leadership and financial analysts to provide the insight necessary to drive operational and financial results. Controllers are under of the Finance leadership supported by Accountants dedicated to specific businesses to assist in delivering monthly financial results and managing business cash projections. The monthly financial results are consolidated into organization-wide operating results.

Successful candidates will have experience as a controller or assistant controller of a stand-alone entity, or similar-sized operating business within a larger organization. The Controller is considered part of the operating business support team whose role includes both hands-on month-end accounting plus variance analysis reviews and understanding of KPIs and budget/forecast.

A strong accounting background and "polished" interpersonal skills for interaction with all levels of an organization to include the Chief Operating Officer and Regional Directors of Operations are keys to success in this position. Controllers have leadership maturity and are both respected as a positive influence on others, as well as respectful of others at all levels of the organization. The right candidate will be proactive in partnering with the organization to drive a spirit of continuous improvement with an opportunity to make a significant positive impact on the team, business and overall organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Own the preparation of and integrity of business financial results

Partner with regional/ division leadership to provide financial and business insight

Provide leadership to accounting staff in meeting regional and organizational goals for performance quality

Manage the month-end process for assigned multiple regions within a business

Ensure appropriate processes are in place to deliver high integrity financials, such as organizing transaction-level data, analyzing the information, and accuracy

Complete financial analysis, accruals, and tie-outs or manage others who complete these

Read, understand, and apply detailed contract language related to invoicing and revenue recognition

Coordinate the accounts receivable collections process

Prepare, review, and reconcile Balance Sheet accounts

Analyze and understand monthly variances and support operations reporting needs

Participate in cross-functional teams and ad hoc projects as assigned

Ensure compliance with a strong controls environment

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND TRAINING NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB:

Analytical background with experience in progressive roles supporting operations

Advanced Excel skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

Flexibility and ability to pivot in a dynamic environment

Confident interacting and communicating with individuals at all levels of organization

Experience with EHR, Accounting and Human Capital Management systems

Positive influence on other team members and supportive of the organizational objectives

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Education

Minimum: BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Healthcare, Business Administration or related field. CPA
certification preferred.

Experience

Minimum: 5-10 years of hands-on accounting and accounting management experience. Previous experience as part of a cross-department leadership team and Post-Acute care background preferred.

SPECIAL JOB OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Indoor office environment

Occasional work requirements beyond normal daytime work hours associated with month-end closings

Intermittent travel

American Health Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer