Director of Accounting

Directs and controls the daily operations of the general ledger, capital, fixed assets, and accounting ( General Accounting ) as well as monitor the month-end close process for the accounting team. Insures complete, accurate and timely financial reports in compliance with company fiscal policies, directives, and accounting procedures.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

Skills or Special Abilities

Must have a strong understanding and proven experience in design and implementation of accounting controls in an automated environment.

Must have at least eight years of experience with accounting software including general ledger and fixed assets. Infor software experience highly desired although equivalent experience in similar systems will be considered.

Must have at least five years of significant accountability for major components of the annual external audit including planning and analysis.

Must have experience in collaborative development and implementation of specialized financial management reports for operating and finance areas.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills, including effective oral and written communication skills and problem solving.

Must have strong tact and diplomacy skills, and the ability to communicate with all levels of employees to include executive management and physicians.

Must be able to think creatively and strategically, in order to develop and/or modify and implement accounting processes and procedures that meet both accounting and needs of other departments under appropriate accounting controls.

Must be proficient with computers, spreadsheet, and other applicable computer software.

Responsibilities

Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation of month-end close, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, and capital expenditure schedules. Establishes and maintains accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, prepare financial reports and safeguard the organizations assets. Maintains accounting and financial records and reports, including general ledger, financial statements, regulatory and management reports.

Evaluate and modify/create work processes that impact General Accounting (general ledger, project activities, fixed assets) to improve efficiency and effectiveness of accounting and minimize any negative impact on other areas of the Hospital.

Collaborate with accounting manager to develop talent and set goals for the accountants in the department. Encourage staff to stay current with current hospitals trends and continuing education and etc.

Assist accounting manager with overseeing, reviewing and approving journal entries and manages capital analyst alone.

Coordinates with Director of Budget to ensure Infor general ledger interfaces with Syntellis/Axiom applications operate under well designed controls for the integrity and accuracy of general ledger transactions.

Prepare the monthly preparation of financial statements and board material, with supporting board narrative for Parkland Hospital that includes the consolidation of Foundation, PCCI and PCHP.

Coordinates annual financial audits including overseeing the preparation and maintenance of schedules for annual audits, reviewing the preliminary audit report, and ensuring coordination between auditors, the Parkland annual audit, and the single audit. Ensures that audits are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Manages the activity and balances of all asset and liability accounts and ensures the monthly reconciliation and adjustments of outstanding balances are recorded in a timely manner, for accurate balance sheet reporting.

Monitors the project activities and asset management systems for capital projects to ensure accurate reporting of Parklands fixed assets.

Works closely with Director of Budget to ensure capital expenditures run within budgeted guidelines and oversees special projects and analyses, such as responding to requests for ad hoc reports, developing, implementing and maintaining Infor accounting systems and related procedures to ensure that technical expertise is provided in support of the mission and goals of the departments and Parkland as well as being responsible for working with IT for accounting maintenance within Infor accounting system.

Job Accountabilities

Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, workflows, etc. for the area and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensures. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Develops and monitors annual budgets that ensure the department has the necessary funds to carry out the goals and objectives that have been established for the department.

Develops, implements, monitors, and revises annual goals and objectives for the department that support the missions and objectives of Parkland.

Selects, trains, schedules, motivates, supervises, and evaluates employees making recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination, to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge.

Requirements

Education

Must have a bachelor s degree in business administration, Finance or Accounting.

Prefer a master s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting or Healthcare.

Experience

Ten (10) years of experience in a large, complex healthcare accounting environment, or comparable healthcare auditing experience.

Eight (8) years of supervisory/management experience.

May have an equivalent combination of related education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

CPA preferred.