Careers
Controller
VPFW is in search of a Controller to join our management team. This role will be fully engaged in helping to develop strategic direction for the practice.
Essential Functions:
- Monitor financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, developing and recommending financial strategies.
- Provide financial leadership on accounting functions, to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, payer performance and general ledger functions.
- Prepare monthly and annual financial reports on the performance of the practice, ancillary services, and physicians.
- Partner with Human Resources to manage the 401K, biweekly payroll and physician compensation plan.
- Provide budget analysis and financial review for management.
- Prepare agenda and leads monthly meetings with the Finance Committee.
- Prepare semi-annual Shareholder and physician bonus calculations.
- Manage banking relationships to oversee cash investment, borrowing and asset management to minimize costs and maximize yields.
- Maintain appropriate insurance coverages for the practice ensuring competitive pricing.
- Prepare sales tax, business license, personal property tax returns, and unclaimed property submissions.
- Coordinate with outside accounting firm in preparation of 1009s, state and federal taxes, depreciation cycle, etc.
- Represent the practice to financial partners, including financial institutions, insurers, auditors, and vendors.
- Consistently review internal processes to ensure that the proper controls are in place.
- Lead analytical initiative and prepare monthly and ad hoc management reports on the performance of the practice, physicians, and support staff to provide decision support data to management team.
- Participate as an active member of the senior management team with a willingness to learn all aspects of the business and engage in strategic discussions.
- Actively manage Workers’ Compensation Audit.
- Develop, maintain, and audit payer contracts to report key renewal dates, opportunities, or risks.
- Actively participate in payer contract negotiations with CEO and consultant. Prepare and review data throughout negotiation process.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of medical office procedure and accounting principles.
- Strong leadership skills to serve as a role model, coach, motivator, and facilitator.
- Excellent analytical and negotiating skills.
- Ability to translate financial concepts to continually improve the Practice.
- Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills and the ability to collaborate with physicians, staff and management.
- Strong professional ethics to manage highly confidential and sensitive information
- Strong Excel skills with attention to detail.
- Applies innovative and creative approach to resolving complex issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present complex information in an understandable and compelling manner.
Education and Experience:
• Certified Public Accountant Certification
• Experience with multiple software programs to include Excel and QuickBooks.
• BS degree in finance/accounting/business administration.
• 8 years’ experience in a management role in finance with knowledge of medical billing, coding and collections preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the healthcare industry preferably in a clinical setting.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to hr@vpfw.com with “Controller” in the subject line.