Interim Controller/Director of Accounting

An Alabama medical center is seeking their next Interim Controller/Director of Accounting!

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The Position

An Interim Controller/Director of Accounting is needed to provide hands-on financial leadership and oversight of the accounting function, taking ownership of monthly and year-end close activities while identifying opportunities to strengthen processes, improve accuracy, and enhance overall departmental performance.

The Interim Controller/Director will evaluate the accounting team’s capabilities, workflows, and responsibilities, providing coaching, guidance, and hands-on support to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and promote long-term staff retention.

Lead efforts to streamline the financial close process, with a focus on reducing the current close timeline, improving advance preparation and account analysis, and working toward a more efficient nine-business-day close.

This leader will need to ensure the balance sheet is fully reconciled, strengthen financial reporting practices, and assess existing accounting processes and systems to recommend improvements that support accuracy, efficiency, and sound internal controls.

Ideal candidates will bring a minimum of five years of hospital or healthcare Controller experience, with a strong operational accounting background and the ability to hit the ground running; a supportive, approachable leadership style, proven team-building skills, and the ability to coach a newer team are essential.

Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.

?Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is strongly preferred.

A minimum of five years of hospital/healthcare experience is required.

Compensation Details

Compensation Range: $170,000 to $180,000 annually.

The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.

The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

The Community

Mobile offers beautiful waterfront views along Mobile Bay, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and relaxing coastal scenery.

The area is rich in history and culture, with charming architecture, museums, and one of the oldest Mardi Gras celebrations in the country.

Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown district filled with local restaurants, live music venues, art galleries, and community festivals.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby beaches, nature trails, and wildlife refuges along the Gulf Coast.

The region features a warm climate year-round, allowing for plenty of outdoor activities and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.

Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.

As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.

Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.

Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.

B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of “Doing the Right Thing.”

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Kayla Hartke

Senior Executive Recruiter

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