Controller - Accounting Dept. FT Exempt

Memorial Hospital | Chester, IL | Full-Time Salaried Exempt | 100% On-Site

Memorial Hospital, a rural Critical Access Hospital, is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting support, audit preparation, and financial analysis. This position works closely with the CFO and serves as a key member of the Finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accuracy of the general ledger and financial reporting.
• Prepare month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and Board reports.
• Coordinate annual operating and capital budgets.
• Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with audits, Medicare/Medicaid cost reports, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee Accounts Payable processes and supervise the Accounts Payable Specialist.
• Monitor cash management, contractual allowances, bad debt, and other financial analyses.
• Support chargemaster reviews and reimbursement-related activities.
• Perform CFO duties in the CFO's absence.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum one year of hospital or non-governmental accounting experience, or two years of public/private accounting experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, formulas, and reporting tools.

Preferred:

• Master's degree and/or CPA designation.
• Healthcare finance experience.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Memorial Hospital Requirements

• 100% on-site in Chester, Illinois.
• Compliance with COVID-19 and annual flu vaccination requirements (or approved exemption).

Memorial Hospital Benefits

• PTO earned per hour .085 up to 8.32 bi-weekly.
• Retirement of 5% with additional match option.
• Wellness Health Insurance for employee for less than $25.00/month.
• Fitness Room 24 hours a day.

Join Memorial Hospital and help support the financial strength of a mission-driven healthcare organization serving rural communities.

Interviews will begin by October 1, 2026.