Divisional Controller

Divisional Controller – Healthcare Setting Experience Required

Richmond, VA

Full-Time | Days | Rotating Weekends

About the Opportunity

A well-established, Healthcare Organization the Richmond, VA area is seeking an experienced Controller to join its financial leadership team. This role supports a respected healthcare organization known for strong clinical programs, steady growth, and a collaborative leadership culture.

This is an excellent opportunity to oversee a talented accounting team and contribute to the financial success of a major regional healthcare provider.

Role Summary

The Controller plays a key leadership role within the Finance Department and directly supervises the Assistant Controller. This position ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, compliance with regulatory standards, and efficient month-end closing processes.

You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and department heads to drive performance, maintain accountability, and support strategic financial initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff; ensure service excellence and technical accuracy.
• Oversee month-end close activities for the hospital and related entities.
• Reconcile and review general ledger accounts; follow up on outstanding items.
• Facilitate annual budgets, cost reports, and ad hoc financial analysis in collaboration with senior finance executives.
• Prepare, coordinate, and support internal and external audit processes.
• Maintain strong internal controls, including SOX 404 documentation and monthly financial attestations.
• Establish and monitor departmental productivity goals.
• Promote open communication within the department and across hospital leadership.

Qualifications

Required:

✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

✔ 3+ years of professional accounting experience

✔ Leadership or supervisory experience

Preferred:

➤ Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

➤ 5+ years of accounting experience, including 1–2 years supervising staff in a healthcare environment

➤ Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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