Description:
The Director of Accounting leads the accounting function and is responsible for accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance across the organization. This role serves as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team by providing financial insights and recommendations to improve financial performance. The Director oversees the accounting team, month-end and year-end close, audit coordination, and financial process improvement.
Responsibilities and Duties
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Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, financial reporting, and close processes.
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Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
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Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of accounting records and reporting.
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Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
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Coordinate external audits and provide supporting schedules, documentation, and follow-up.
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Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and other financial planning activities.
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Review journal entries, balance sheet schedules, and account reconciliations.
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Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, and regulations.
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Partner with leadership on financial analysis, special projects, and process improvements.
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Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
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Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
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Coach, teach and mentor.
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Support LHMSH culture by promoting “Friendly, Positive, and Focused on Excellence”.
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Protect the legal, financial, and moral well-being of Larry H. Miller Senior Health
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All other duties as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits
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Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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401(k) retirement plan.
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Paid time off and company holidays.
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Life and disability insurance.
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Professional development opportunities.
Schedule
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Full-time
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M-F (occasional after hours work)
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In-office
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
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Seven to ten years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience; public accounting experience strongly preferred.
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Experience in the health care industry and multi-entity accounting preferred.
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
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Experience with month-end close and external audits preferred.
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Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
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Regularly required to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, talk hear, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, lift, and move about.
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Required vision includes close, vision, distance, peripheral, and the ability to adjust focus.
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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Ability to carefully consider all information and make impacting decisions on a regular basis.
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Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
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Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
LHM Senior Health (LHMSH) is committed to supporting high-quality senior health care services through strong operational, clinical, and financial leadership. LHMSH provides senior health solutions through short-term stay facilities, long-term care facilities, assisted living residences, staffing solutions, and home health and hospice agencies. Our team works collaboratively to promote accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement across the organization.
