What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONTROLLER position at Austin Oaks Hospital?
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the Nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. UHS has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's top 500 public companies as well as Fortune list of 500 World's Most Admired Companies, in 2017 and 2018!
Austin Oaks Hospital (a UHS facility):
Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults and children ages 4 to 17. Located on a beautiful 13-acre, oak-lined campus, we provide a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Our psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through both inpatient and outpatient programs to fit your needs. Get a confidential assessment from our trained staff today to determine which services best suit your recovery goals. Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin 10 minutes from downtown. Please visit our website for more information: www.austinoakshospital.com.
What Austin Oaks Offers:
Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for our current job openings. Join us and be a part of our organization servicing our communities mental health needs. If you are a dedicated, hardworking individual who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients we encourage you to apply. Austin Oaks Hospital puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Austin Oaks is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. At Austin Oaks Hospital, you are never alone, as you are part of a huge network of peer professionals and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Controller is to assist the CFO in the financial management of the facility, as well as monitor and guide the operations of Accounts Payable, Payroll, EDP and Central Supply to ensure accurate statements on the financial operation of the facility.
Qualifications:
Essential Job Duties:
- Comply with all Administrative, Clinical, and Human Resources policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
- Must actively support the mission, philosophy, and goals for the hospital.
- Must be able to communicate with sensitivity to growth, development, and cultural issues.
- Journal Entries and financial analysis as assigned
- Monitors the financial services department ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
- Reports all information timely and accurately to internal and external customers.
- Records all activity to the General Ledger and Fixed Asset systems and maintains appropriate subsidiary ledgers.
- Maintains accurate Capital Expenditure Request logs.
- Maintains corporate Accounts Payable and reviews/corrects GL allocations.
- Reconciles all inventory accounts on an annual basis through a physical inventory.
- Prepares cash reconciliations in conjunction with Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Depository.
- Maintains professional demeanor in dress, attitude, support of unit milieu, and hospital mission and philosophy.
SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Good verbal and written skills, ability to act calmly and professionally in all interactions with employees, patient, and visitors. Must be able to use the telephone in a courteous and professional manner. Must maintain confidentiality of patient information.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting, business management or a related area. Minimum of 21 credits on accounting and 6 credits of data processing.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Current Driver’s License or State issued Id.
EXPERIENCE: Five years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare accounting or business management.
This opportunity offers the following:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
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