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Hospital Controller Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Controller

Gadsden, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Controller Career Opportunity Esteemed and acknowledged for your Controller expertise Are you ... Picture yourself making a substantial impact at a local hospital in your community, utilizing your ...

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Inpatient Accountant II

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$50K - $69K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Serves as primary contact for hospital controllers. * Identifies and resolves problems encountered by hospital controllers. * This position must sit at our Home Office in Birmingham, AL License or ...

Inpatient Accountant II

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Serves as primary contact for hospital controllers. * Identifies and resolves problems encountered by hospital controllers. * This position must sit at our Home Office in Birmingham, AL License or ...

Security Officer PRN-University Hospital

AL · On-site

$13 - $15.25/hr

... controlling traffic, parking, and unruly or violent patients and visitors; accepts and completes ... hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job ...

Security Officer PRN-University Hospital

Mobile, AL · On-site

$13 - $15.25/hr

... controlling traffic, parking, and unruly or violent patients and visitors; accepts and completes ... hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job ...

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How much do hospital controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital controller in Alabama is $108,310.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,900.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a hospital controller do?

A Hospital Controller oversees the financial operations of a hospital, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulations. They manage accounting processes, monitor financial performance, and work with leadership to optimize costs and revenue. Their role is crucial for maintaining financial stability while supporting high-quality patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital controller?

To thrive as a Hospital Controller, you need a strong background in accounting, financial management, and healthcare administration, usually supported by a degree in finance or accounting and several years of experience in healthcare finance. Proficiency with financial reporting software, hospital information systems, and ERP tools, along with certifications such as CPA or CMA, is highly beneficial. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, leadership, and effective communication are vital soft skills for overseeing financial teams and collaborating with hospital management. These competencies are critical for ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing financial performance, and supporting the hospital's mission in a complex healthcare environment.

Infographic showing various Hospital Controller job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,310 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Controller Financial Operations

Texas State Library and Archives Commision

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

The Controller assists the CFO in all daily financial operations, including month end close review, analysis and action planning, daily key performance indicator monitoring as well as supply chain and revenue cycle operations oversight. Assists the Market CFO in safeguarding hospital assets and ensuring the financial statements, including the books and records, are prepared and maintained in accordance with GAAP. Provides hands-on training, continuous improvement and assistance to department leaders and staff related to market financial operations. Responsible for preparation of the Market's annual detailed operating budget, routine forecast preparation and adherence to audit requirements for GME and Lab. The Controller has responsibility for Shared Services, Lab and GME entities as well as other market support as appropriate.
Job Responsibilities
Participates in the market's long-term and short-term financial process; makes recommendations, analyzes deficiencies and prepares reports as needed. Provides director level oversight for finance teams with Lab and GME. Functions in lead role with hospital controllers to optimize performance with finance team in the markets. Works with market department leaders and staff to develop work plans to improve financial operations and quantify financial impact of improvement projects. Stays attune to activities within the Internal Audit department to ensure compliance. Completes self-audit risk assessments. Ensures SOX compliance and regularly reviews and audits practices within the organization and affiliates. Responsible for timely and accurate month-end reporting and performance analysis for both revenue and cost to budget/forecast. Working knowledge and responsibility for balance sheet reconciliation review. Will also identify areas of shortfall and assist in the development of mitigation plans. Completes all quarterly/routine forecasts in a timely and accurate fashion for the CFO review and approval. Responsible for the annual operating budget process for the market entities including collection of information, obtaining input from department leaders and determining ways to accomplish budget goals efficiently and effectively. Assists department heads in program planning; including organizational goal achievement, budgeting, facilities, equipment, supplies, utilization and statistical/financial reporting. Responsible for preparing revenue, cost and service line analysis as well as pro forma development as needed. Works closely with CFO on initiatives to ensure successful management of financial operations. Be able to perform responsibilities of CFO if necessary. Other duties as assigned.
Education
Required: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent minimum experience requirements.