Healthcare Controller

Job Description

Healthcare Controller

Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary:

Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Healthcare Controller to oversee and strengthen the financial operations of our rural healthcare organization. This role is responsible for managing general accounting functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic financial planning.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in healthcare finance-preferably in a Critical Access Hospital-and values accuracy, collaboration, and operational efficiency. This position is a in office position, with some remote flexibility.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• General Accounting Duties
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare monthly statements
• Coordinates with accounts payable/payroll specialist
• Ensure timely and accurate journal entries and account reconciliations
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Develop and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
• Assist in annual financial audit & cost report workpaper preparation
• Prepare reports for senior management and external stakeholders
• Compliance & Audit
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, and healthcare-specific financial standards
• Coordinate and support internal and external audit
• Maintain documentation for audit and regulatory purposes
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative departments to support financial decision-making
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve financial performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of healthcare accounting experience, preferably in a Critical Access Hospital
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience with Medicare/Medicaid cost reporting
• Familiarity with HIPAA and healthcare compliance standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge in Meditech accounting software

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid work model: Combination of on-site and remote work
  • On-site presence required each week.
• May require occasional extended hours during reporting or audit periods.
• Small, collaborative team environment with cross-functional interaction.

Why Join Us?

Cedar County Memorial Hospital serves as a vital healthcare resource in our rural community, providing compassionate, high-quality care. As Controller, you'll be part of a mission-driven team committed to sustainability, access, and excellence in rural healthcare.

Employment with Cedar County Memorial Hospital is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening, as applicable to the position. Background checks may include verification of employment, education, professional credentials, criminal history, and other job-related information. Drug screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and hospital policies.

Cedar County Memorial Hospital reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment based on information obtained through these screening processes, consistent with applicable law. Candidates will be provided any required notices and opportunities to respond to information obtained during the screening process.