Reporting to the VP of Finance / CFO, the Controller oversees all accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and budgeting functions for the Health System. The Controller oversees and has primary responsibility for outside audits of the system. S(he) is accountable for the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles
Responsibilities
Advises, and otherwise participates in, the development and management of services necessary to effectively and efficiently support all departmental functions.
Coordinates the annual process for developing the operating budget, including wage and salary changes and prices increases, the capital budget, and the cash budget.
Develops new or modified accounting systems to ensure that relevant, reliable, and valid information remains available for management decision-making throughout the Health System.
Leads by example. Inspires, nurtures, and challenges others to reach their full potential. Cooperates, collaborates, and forms partnerships. Retains and selects people who fit the organizational culture of Service Excellence. Demonstrates passion and compassion. Expresses appreciation for time and effort and offers rewards.
Consistently uses cascade learning to keep others informed. Demonstrates strong presentation and listening skills. Respects all others and their opinions. Provides timely and constructive feedback. Accepts constructive feedback.
Pursues learning opportunities. Commits to professional leadership development. Identifies and seeks best practices. Takes risks, is resilient and learns from mistakes.
Ensures a safe environment and practices for patients and employees.
Commits and leads others to service excellence. Sets and achieves goals and/or productivity measures. Commits actions to benefit the community we serve.
Practices Stewardship in the management of people, materials, and finances. Meets defined objectives within established deadlines.
Demonstrates integrity and high ethical standards.
Maintains current knowledge of (1) laws, regulations, and rules to ensure compliance with federal and stare mandates regarding third-party reimbursement, and (2) authoritative literature of the accounting profession to ensure compliance with current accounting principles and practices.
Accountable for managing day-to-day operations.
Actively participates in ongoing continuing education opportunities to accomplish both personal and professional self-development and to remain current in healthcare issues and department specific trends.
Develops and administers staffing schedules to maximize utilization of material and human resources to achieve superior patient/customer service.
Develops creative solutions as required in solving conflicts or complex problems; works to structure win-win solutions when possible.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies governing health care delivery and the rules of accreditation.
Focuses on establishing stability and reducing variance in the operations of all departmental functions.
Promotes and utilizes Quality Improvement principles and methods to achieve continuously improving departmental services and systems.
Responds to appropriate requests and initiatives from Vice Presidents, other Directors and Managers, physicians, and staff to improve services.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and standards to maintain a high-quality level of service.
Seeks opportunities to more fully incorporate staff into daily operations.
Plans, coordinates, and prepares for annual external audits; assists vice president periodically in coordinating the Board of Directors' selection of audit firm.
Provide direction for the directors/manager of Patient Financial Services and Patient Services.
Provide direction for the SBL Revenue Cycle.
Remains familiar with contracts with third-party payers to ensure financially feasible contracts and to account accurately for revenue deductions in the general ledger.
Support vice president with negotiating rates and contract terms with MCO's, as requested.
Provide financial impact assessments of managed care agreements both prospectively and retrospectively.
Qualifications
BA (Required), BS (Required)
Licensed Certified Public Accountant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Compensation
Estimated Compensation Range
$139,817.60 - $216,715.20
Pay based on experience
Eligible for participation in Management Incentive Compensation Program
Benefits
When you come to work for Sarah Bush Lincoln or Fayette County Hospital Long Term Care, you have our commitment to help make this the best work experience of your life. Career development is available through continuing education and on-site training, so come grow with us! We are striving to be the employer of choice in the area.
Employees reap the benefit of our work culture which is steeped in professional and personal development programs. We have developed a solid benefit package (including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and more) to help retain our employees, while providing them opportunities to grow their careers. We support on-site classroom learning programs and internet courses, and we have a generous tuition reimbursement program-- all designed to help staff achieve their goals.
Sarah Bush Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. Belong to a dynamic healthcare system that is active in its community. Sarah Bush Lincoln, a trusted healthcare system for nearly 50 years.