Overview

Health Management Associates is looking for a Controller reporting directly to the CFO to support our finance and accounting teams. This position is being recruited with a strong preference for location in the greater Chicago area.

HMA is a dynamic, national healthcare consulting firm at the leading edge of public healthcare. We support providers, payers, local/ State/and federal government agencies, technology companies, large delivery systems and foundations in improving the publicly funded healthcare system. HMA hires individuals who have lived and breathed the challenges of our clients, led healthcare organizations, provided direct clinical care, designed healthcare policy at all levels of government, and provided thought leadership to the entire sector. The delivery system teams within HMA support health and hospital systems, primary care providers including Federally Qualified Health Centers, managed care organizations, vendor groups, and many others as they navigate the complex spaces of delivery system reform and transformation. This includes key trends such as alternative payment models, value-based measures, complex care management, strategic planning and integration of community-based partners into comprehensive systems of care. We support our clients from the initial planning stages through the development of successful funding and revenue maximation analyses, through detailed implementation, turnaround management and restructuring to ensure long-term sustainability. We also have extensive experience with behavioral health integration and strategic planning.

Job Summary

The Controller position is responsible for managing the accounting functions of the organization. This will include the periodic reporting of financial results, maintenance of the underlying accounting records and continual assessment of the systems of internal control. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and have experience with consolidated entities, private equity backed organizations, leveraged companies, and growth oriented professional services organizations. As part of a total finance & accounting team, the Controller is also responsible for oversight of the monthly production of client invoices, collection of accounts receivable, payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger management.

Responsibilities

Work Performed

• Plan, direct and oversee the operational functions of the accounting team.
• Ensure the adequacy of departmental policies, processes, and timelines. 
• Manage the financial reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, in accordance with GAAP, on a consolidated basis.
• Play a supporting role in acquisition analysis, including operational and financial due diligence, and business integration.
• Help lead financial and operational integration of acquired companies.
• Perform monthly analysis of financial data.
• Ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations.
• Partner with other parts of the organization on budget processes.
• Manage banking, debt, and auditor relationships
• Establish and monitor internal controls.
• Ensure compliance and implementation of new accounting pronouncements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training

At a minimum, the Controller must have an undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or economics. A master’s degree and/or Certified Public Accountant license is strongly preferred.

Experience

At least 15 years in various accounting/executive leadership roles in a variety of professional services and health care related businesses. Required competencies include financial management, business acumen, communication proficiency, ethical conduct, leadership, performance management, credibility, problem solving/analysis, strategic thinking, and technical capacity. Experience working with an employee base of at least 1000 employees in 45 states.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of GAAP and consolidated financial reporting.
• Sound financial management skills.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent financial statement preparation and analysis abilities.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involving strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership technique.
• Strong complex problem-solving skills.
• Superior leadership abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Capable of handling confidential information in a discrete manner.

Work Aids and Equipment Used

Computer, printer, copier, scanner, fax, telephone, web conferencing, video conferencing

Working Conditions

Work is sedentary in nature and performed in an office environment. May require travel to other HMA offices. Involves frequent contact with staff and clients. Work may be stressful at times.

Physical/Mental Demands

Work requires hand dexterity for office machine operation; stooping, climbing, and bending to files and supplies; mobility to complete errands; stand/sit for up to eight hours each day; ability to communicate clearly when using the telephone; requires sitting; standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and twisting at times; moderate levels of stress.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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