Director of Accounting

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Finance Manager to lead FP&A and accounting activities for the UA Health Services Foundation, overseeing budget processes, financial stewardship, and ad hoc analyses. The role involves preparing standard and ad hoc reports and guiding the annual budget cycle.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with seven years of related experience; CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly financial statement review and analysis and annual budget preparation.
• Responsible for driving finance initiatives and monthly tracking towards goals along with assistance in identification of initiatives.
• Responsible for stewardship communications and investigation into trends.
• Designs and utilizes forecast models for annual budgets and interim financial reviews.
• Performs routine and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Serves as a financial liaison on planning committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Budget oversight

Forecast modeling

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Shifts: full-time

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

Responsible for managing the FP&A and accounting activities for the UA Health Services Foundation(HSF), including budget oversight, financial stewardship, financial initiative oversight, and other financial planning and analysis duties. Prepares standard and ad hoc reports as requested, and directs the annual budget process and any other special projects as assigned.

Key Duties and Responsibilites

1. Responsible for monthly financial statement review and analysis and annual budget preparation.
2. Responsible for driving finance initiatives and monthly tracking towards goals along with assistance in identification of initiatives.
3. Responsible for stewardship communications and investigation into trends.
4. Designs and utilizes forecast models for annual budgets and interim financial reviews.
5. Performs routine and ad hoc financial analysis.
6. Serves as a financial liaison on planning committees.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff