Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller - Accounting

In this impactful role, the Vice President directs multiple accounting functions, including payroll and accounts payable, and will establish effective internal controls for all assigned functions.

The VP is responsible for the supervision of general accounting staff and management of general accounting operations including but not limited to general ledger closing procedures, financial statement preparation and reporting, maintenance and proper reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, prepaid assets, patient receivables, inventory, fixed assets, account analysis, audit schedules and reports, Lawson general ledger review and resolution.

This position assists in the preparation and development of the corporation’s annual budget, which includes capital, staffing and non-staffing, and revenue projections. The VP also partners with the Treasury department to develop accurate cash needs projections and strong cash processing and reporting mechanisms. This role must develop a strong relationship with the financial business partners and analysts to ensure accurate and effective interpretation of data and financial results. The VP must communicate effectively with other areas in the organization to resolve issues and assist with financial analysis and interpretation. This role will work independently to resolve complex issues, requiring sound judgment and ensures all accounting frameworks are established to enable the organization to monitor and drive improved financial performance, accurately and timely.

This position is an on-site position based in Wyomissing, PA.

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• Relevant experience as a finance leader in a complex environment is required. Relevant experience in a hospital or health system is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree
• An excellent understanding of current generally accepted accounting principles. CPA certification is a plus but not required.
• Leadership skills including employee leadership and change management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems/tools used for financial management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate across the company
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Service-oriented strategic thinker with strong financial and business acumen coupled with excellent analytical skills and ability to solve complex problems independently 
• Ability to pivot quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Project management skills

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Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.