Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Hospital's Controller and CFO by overseeing accounting procedures, meeting deadlines, and assisting with financial processes such as month-end closing, journal entries, financial reporting, net revenue calculations, AHA surveys, balance sheet reviews, tax package and annual budget preparation. The role includes conducting financial analysis, advising on operations, participating in SOX audits, reviewing internal controls over accounting transactions, assisting with CHIRP reporting and proforma modeling. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Hospital's Controller and CFO by overseeing accounting procedures, meeting deadlines, and assisting with financial processes such as month-end closing, journal entries, financial reporting, net revenue calculations, AHA surveys, balance sheet reviews, tax package and annual budget preparation. The role includes conducting financial analysis, advising on operations, participating in SOX audits, reviewing internal controls over accounting transactions, assisting with CHIRP reporting and proforma modeling. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Three to Five years of experience in General Hospital Accounting or other business accounting experience
Supervisory experience is preferred.
Must always demonstrate service excellence.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis in Excel
Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
CPA is desirable, but not mandatory

Requirements

Three to Five years of experience in General Hospital Accounting or other business accounting experience
Supervisory experience is preferred.
Must always demonstrate service excellence.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis in Excel
Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
CPA is desirable, but not mandatory

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.