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How much do hospital controller jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 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 in the Hospital Controller position, and why are they important?

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.

What are typical daily and weekly responsibilities for a Hospital Controller?

A Hospital Controller manages the financial operations of the hospital, including overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls on a daily basis. Weekly responsibilities often include reviewing departmental expenditures, preparing financial forecasts, coordinating with department heads to analyze variances, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The Controller also plays a key role in facilitating audits and working closely with executive leadership to drive strategic financial planning. This role requires strong collaboration skills, as Controllers routinely interact with clinical, administrative, and accounting teams to ensure accurate and transparent reporting, supporting sound financial decision-making throughout the organization.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Controller job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 79% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Controller

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo

Hopkins, SC

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Controller Career Opportunity

Esteemed and acknowledged for your Controller expertise


Are you searching for a role that allows you to apply your financial expertise and make a meaningful impact, all within a setting close to both your home and heart? Encompass Health, the nation's largest in-patient rehabilitation company, provides a welcoming environment where you'll be embraced like a longtime colleague. Picture yourself making a substantial impact at a local hospital in your community, utilizing your financial expertise at one of our 150+ hospitals. If this resonates with your aspirations, then you've found the perfect position for you. As a Controller at Encompass Health, you'll lead the accounting and financial team, using your specialized skills to drive the hospital beyond its financial objectives. Join us in a gratifying career where your contributions profoundly influence the hospital's well-being, collaborating with a team that values inclusivity and support, all while having access to cutting-edge technology.

A Glimpse into Our World


At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
  • Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
  • Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
  • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Become the Controller you've always aspired to be

  • Direct and oversee the accounting system and financial operations of the hospital. This includes managing billing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, collections, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, and audits.
  • Prepare monthly and annual financial reviews, budgets, and any necessary state financial reports.
  • Develop and implement plans to enhance operational efficiency as requested by the CEO, hospital leadership, regional teams, and the corporate office.
  • Participate in hospital Governing Body committees and partnership boards as needed.
  • Assist in monitoring compliance with Medicare regulations.
  • Celebrate accomplishments and victories with the team along the way.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required. MBA preferred.
  • Minimum five years hospital accounting experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of financial management and analysis principles and techniques and managerial skills typically acquired through experience in accounting or healthcare operations.
  • Relevant experience in financial management and financial operations, including but not limited to labor management, revenue analysis, expense management, contract negotiation, and utilization review.
  • Relevant experience in budgeting, both capital planning and operations.
  • Relevant experience in creating and executing a strong internal control environment.

We're looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!

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The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.