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Hospital Accountant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Seinor Accountant

Fremont, CA ยท On-site

$101K - $146K/yr

Senior Accountant Job Code: 110 About Washington Health Washington Health is committed to ... Washington Hospital Health System does not utilize any form of electronic chatting, such as Google ...

Staff Accountant

Philadelphia, PA

$52K - $69K/yr

Title: Full-time Staff Accountant Full-Time | Exempt | Philadelphia, PA Wills Eye Hospital About Wills Eye Hospital Wills Eye Hospital, located in Philadelphia, PA, is a global leader in ...

Staff Accountant

Philadelphia, PA

$55K - $73K/yr

Title: Full-time Staff Accountant Full-Time | Exempt | Philadelphia, PA Wills Eye Hospital About Wills Eye Hospital Wills Eye Hospital, located in Philadelphia, PA, is a global leader in ...

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the hospital's accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role manages the monthly financial ...

Accountant

Gloversville, NY ยท On-site

$26.50 - $32/hr

Assists in the annual prepatation of Operating budget of the Hospital and Nursing Home. Education : Possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Experience: Possess one (1) year prior experience in ...

Accountant I

Clarkston, WA ยท On-site

$60K - $93K/yr

Put your accounting expertise to work! Join our team as an Accountant I and build a career with ... Maintain hospital contract records and manage database users * Organize and manage semi-annual ER ...

Ta

Dover, DE ยท On-site

Familiarity with hospital accounting and tax preparation in both for-profit and nonprofit settings

Accountant I

Clarkston, WA ยท On-site

$29 - $45.18/hr

Put your accounting expertise to work! Join our team as an Accountant I and build a career with ... Maintain hospital contract records and manage database users * Organize and manage semi-annual ER ...

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How much do hospital accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital accountant in the United States is $65,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a hospital accountant do?

A hospital accountant manages the financial records and transactions of a hospital or healthcare facility. Their responsibilities include preparing financial statements, budgeting, handling billing and payments, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and overseeing audits. They play a crucial role in making sure the hospital's finances are accurate and transparent, which helps the institution run efficiently and remain financially healthy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Accountant, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, healthcare finance, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Experience with hospital information systems, accounting software like QuickBooks or SAP, and familiarity with healthcare reimbursement systems are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in interpreting complex financial data and collaborating with healthcare teams. These skills ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory adherence, and sound fiscal management in the healthcare environment.

What is a hospital accountant?

A hospital accountant is a financial professional responsible for managing the hospital's financial records, budgeting, and billing processes. They ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with healthcare regulations, and often use accounting software to track expenses and revenues within a healthcare setting.

What is the difference between Hospital Accountant vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectHospital AccountantMedical Billing Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification like Certified Professional Biller (CPB) beneficial
Work EnvironmentHospitals, healthcare facilities, accounting departmentsMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Primary ResponsibilitiesFinancial reporting, budgeting, auditing, complianceProcessing insurance claims, coding, billing, accounts receivable
Industry UsageUsed across healthcare organizations for financial managementUsed in healthcare billing and revenue cycle management

Hospital Accountants focus on financial management, reporting, and compliance within healthcare settings, while Medical Billing Specialists handle insurance claims, coding, and billing processes. Both roles are essential in healthcare finance but differ in scope and daily tasks.

What are the main challenges hospital accountants face in managing healthcare finances?

Hospital accountants often deal with complex billing systems, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance, which can make accurate financial reporting a challenge. They must stay current with healthcare regulations and coding updates, as well as coordinate with medical staff to resolve discrepancies. Additionally, managing budgets for multiple departments and ensuring timely reimbursement from insurers requires strong organizational and communication skills. These responsibilities make attention to detail and adaptability essential in this role.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,812 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

Reston Hospital Center

Reston, VA โ€ข On-site

$127K - $203K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

This position is incentive eligible.
Salary Estimate: $127129.60 - $203403.20 / year
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Introduction

Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nationโ€™s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and the United Kingdom. We are looking for an Assistant Chief Financial Officer for our Reston Hospital Center team where excellence creates excellence.

Benefits

Reston Hospital Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare has expanded our influence across the healthcare industry by investing $3.5 billion in capital improvements in recent years. Do you want to be an influencer in healthcare? Apply for our Assistant Chief Financial Officer role today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Theโ€ฏAssistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO)โ€ฏis a critical financial leadership pipeline role that serves as a direct tributary into the hospital Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role. This position manages the Financial Accounting and Reporting Department to ensure that it is providing effective and efficient service.โ€ฏ 


 
What you will do in this role: 


  • You will demonstrate understanding of application of healthcare finance to impact clinical and financial results 


  • You will execute HCA Healthcareโ€™s capital asset management process 


  • You will demonstrate knowledge of HIM and Case Management/Care Coordination functions 


  • You will establish expertise in productivity, staffing and scheduling 


  • You will demonstrate competence in hospital accounting, internal control environment and compliance requirements 


  • You will establish executive presence (temperament, competencies and skills across situations) 


What qualifications you will need: 


  • Bachelors in Finance, Accounting, or other related area required 


  • Masterโ€™s degree in related field preferred 


  • Minimum of three years in finance/accounting or public accounting/audit experience 


  • Experience as a hospital Controller preferred 


  • Previous supervisory experience preferred 


  • CPA preferred 


Reston Hospital Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1986. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 230+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities in Reston and the growing Northern Virginia region. We offer a full range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care. Our hospital specializes in maternal/child health, surgical services on both an inpatient and extensive outpatient basis. We offer urological services including lithotripsy. Our cancer care offers state-of-the-art radiation therapy, rehabilitation therapy programs and a wide array of diagnostic imaging capabilities. Reston Hospital Center is a certified Stroke Center, certified Total Joint Center and the only accredited Chest Pain Center in Northern Virginia. We are the only Hospital in Northern Virginia to receive Joint Commission designation as a Top Performer on Key Quality measures for multiple consecutive years.

At Reston Hospital Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity that provides both personal satisfaction and professional growth, apply to join HCA Healthcare as an Assistant Chief Financial Officer. Unlock your leadership potential with HCA Healthcare.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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