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JR103816**Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**The Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for directing and overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions for the healthcare system. This role ensures financial integrity, regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, and effective internal controls. The Controller collaborates closely with executive leadership and operational leaders to support strategic financial decisions, enhance operational performance, and sustain long-term organizational financial health. The Controller reports to the Vice President of Finance and supervises the Finance Leadership Team.**Job Description****Job-Specific Duties****1. Financial Management and Reporting*** Oversee preparation of timely, accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and healthcare regulatory standards.* Manage financial consolidation across the hospital, physician groups, and joint ventures.* Provide variance analysis, operational insights, and decision-support reporting to leadership.**2. Accounting Operations*** Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, grants, and fixed assets for all entities including Mercy Medical Center Foundation.* Maintain a comprehensive chart of accounts tailored to healthcare service lines and departments.* Lead efficient month-end and year-end close processes.* Ensure accurate accounting for Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payors, risk-based contracts, and value-based payment arrangements.* Ensure account reconciliations are regularly reviewed.* Report any significant questions or concerns to the VP of Finance, CFO and/or CEO in a timely manner.**3. Internal Controls and Compliance*** Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with federal and state healthcare regulations.* Lead annual external audits, cost reports, internal audits, and related financial compliance reviews.* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS, IRS, OIG, GAAP, and state health department guidelines.**4. Budgeting and Forecasting*** Support development and execution of annual operating and capital budgets.* Create financial models, projections, and scenario analyses for service lines and strategic initiatives.* Partner with operational leaders to identify financial opportunities, inefficiencies, and risks.**5. Leadership and Team Development*** Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.* Establish performance expectations and provide coaching, training, and development opportunities.* Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and transparency across financial operations.**6. Systems and Process Improvement*** Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms and ensure optimized use and data integrity.* Identify process automation and workflow improvement opportunities.* Serve as a key stakeholder for system implementations, upgrades, and integrations impacting financial reporting.**Qualifications****Education*** Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.* Master’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration, or finance preferred.**Certifications*** CPA strongly preferred.* CHFP or HFMA certification highly desirable.**Experience*** 7–10 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience, ideally within a healthcare environment.* 2 years of public accounting experience strongly preferred.* Strong understanding of hospital and clinic revenue cycle operations and reimbursement methodologies.* Experience with healthcare ERP systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Workday, Lawson/Infor, Oracle) preferred.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Strong knowledge of GAAP, healthcare accounting, and regulatory compliance.* Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.* Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment.* High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to confidentiality.* Proven leadership and team-development capabilities.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel**Pay Rate Type**Salary***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.# ## *An open-house hiring event at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday**We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!**Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you.
We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.**No appointment necessary – just bring your résumé!***The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mercy Medical Centerposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
JR103816**Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**The Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for directing and overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions for the healthcare system. This role ensures financial integrity, regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, and effective internal controls. The Controller collaborates closely with executive leadership and operational leaders to support strategic financial decisions, enhance operational performance, and sustain long-term organizational financial health. The Controller reports to the Vice President of Finance and supervises the Finance Leadership Team.**Job Description****Job-Specific Duties****1. Financial Management and Reporting*** Oversee preparation of timely, accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and healthcare regulatory standards.* Manage financial consolidation across the hospital, physician groups, and joint ventures.* Provide variance analysis, operational insights, and decision-support reporting to leadership.**2. Accounting Operations*** Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, grants, and fixed assets for all entities including Mercy Medical Center Foundation.* Maintain a comprehensive chart of accounts tailored to healthcare service lines and departments.* Lead efficient month-end and year-end close processes.* Ensure accurate accounting for Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payors, risk-based contracts, and value-based payment arrangements.* Ensure account reconciliations are regularly reviewed.* Report any significant questions or concerns to the VP of Finance, CFO and/or CEO in a timely manner.**3. Internal Controls and Compliance*** Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with federal and state healthcare regulations.* Lead annual external audits, cost reports, internal audits, and related financial compliance reviews.* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS, IRS, OIG, GAAP, and state health department guidelines.**4. Budgeting and Forecasting*** Support development and execution of annual operating and capital budgets.* Create financial models, projections, and scenario analyses for service lines and strategic initiatives.* Partner with operational leaders to identify financial opportunities, inefficiencies, and risks.**5. Leadership and Team Development*** Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.* Establish performance expectations and provide coaching, training, and development opportunities.* Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and transparency across financial operations.**6. Systems and Process Improvement*** Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms and ensure optimized use and data integrity.* Identify process automation and workflow improvement opportunities.* Serve as a key stakeholder for system implementations, upgrades, and integrations impacting financial reporting.**Qualifications****Education*** Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.* Master’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration, or finance preferred.**Certifications*** CPA strongly preferred.* CHFP or HFMA certification highly desirable.**Experience*** 7–10 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience, ideally within a healthcare environment.* 2 years of public accounting experience strongly preferred.* Strong understanding of hospital and clinic revenue cycle operations and reimbursement methodologies.* Experience with healthcare ERP systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Workday, Lawson/Infor, Oracle) preferred.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Strong knowledge of GAAP, healthcare accounting, and regulatory compliance.* Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.* Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment.* High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to confidentiality.* Proven leadership and team-development capabilities.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel**Pay Rate Type**Salary***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.# ## *An open-house hiring event at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday**We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!**Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you.
We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.**No appointment necessary – just bring your résumé!***The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr