Full Time Controller

Company DescriptionHendricks Regional Health is a nonprofit, community-based health system serving Western and Central Indiana since 1962. With full-service hospitals in Danville and Brownsburg, and medical facilities in various locations, we focus on innovation, patient experience, workplace wellness, and collaboration. Job Description SummaryDevise and maintain a system for internal controls to provide sufficient assurance that assets are safeguarded and transactions are properly authorized and recorded and detailed accounting records are kept which accurately and fairly reflect financial activities. Assures that department customer(s) needs are met through the efficient and effective leadership/management of department resources.Essential Responsibilities:Core elements: Maintains twenty-four hour responsibility and accountability for operations of assigned departments.1. Supports hospital mission and value statement, strategic plan and vision, and each department’s service statement/department philosophy.2. Develops, administers, and evaluates each department’s goals and objectives which are consistent with hospital goals and objectives.3. Develops, administers, and evaluates each department’s policies and procedures which are consistent with hospital policies and procedures. Interprets and administers hospital policies and procedures.4. Maintains responsibility and accountability for effective fiscal management of each department including:Operating expenseHuman resource allocationCapital expenditureRevenue maximization5. Assures competency of staff and self by:Timely completion of performance appraisalsStaff completion at mandatory continuing education trainingImplementation of disciplinary actions when appropriateHiring of qualified, competent staffCompletion of hospital, departmental and position specific orientation for new or transferred associatesProfessional development of selfPersonal compliance and departmental compliance to hospital-wide minimum standards of performanceVerification of certifications/licensure as appropriate6. Accountable and responsible for Performance Improvement (PI) in each department. Fosters culture of continuous quality improvement and hospitality.Develops formal PI plan and monitors trendsAssures implementation of PI concepts in the evaluation of departmental processesEliminates waste within department and empowers associates to do the sameFacilitates teamwork intra and inter-departmentally. Removes barriers that impede service to the customer across and within department(s).Fosters pride of workmanship among hospital associatesEstablishes a culture to “do the right thing the first time”Integrate risk management and patient safety concepts into PIEstablishes a culture supportive of the Hospitality program7. Assures a safe working environment for self and others through:Compliance to infection control/universal precaution standardsHazardous materials managementDisaster/fire safety managementAdherence to administration of general safety policy and procedures8. Communicates effectively, via written/verbal reports and by remaining visible/ accessible to Hospital associates, and in a timely manner with:Board of DirectorsManagement Council and Executive DirectorsDepartment ManagersBusiness Office associatesMedical StaffFinancial Auditors and ConsultantsGeneral Public9. Supports community focus of hospital through participation in community events and activities.Department Specific Elements:1. Maintains accurate financial records.2. Reports accurate financial and statistical data monthly to:Board of DirectorsManagement Council and Executive DirectorsDepartment ManagersOthers as requested3. Develop and maintain a system of internal controls that provides safeguards of hospital financial resources.Cash ReceiptsCash DisbursementsInvestmentsFixed AssetsProperty, Plant and Equipment4. Maintains fixed asset accounting system.5. Assists CFO and Director of Financial Performance in annual budget/financial plan development.6. Coordinates and assists with financial audits and consulting engagements:Independent AuditorsState Board of AccountsMedicare IntermediaryFinancial Consultants7. Oversees tax reporting for all entities.Education and Experience Required: 1. Bachelor Degree with a major in accounting.2. Three or more years experience in a hospital financial institution or healthcare accounting firm.Mandatory Licensure/Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)