Director of Accounting

Access Health Louisiana; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Health Louisiana is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead our accounting operations, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial reporting and robust internal controls. You will supervise budgeting processes, cost accounting for inventory, and coordination with external auditors.

The role requires a strong background in accounting within healthcare, with collaboration across departments and a close working relationship with the CFO on major financial initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Three to five years of accounting experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Produce periodic financial reports and maintain accounting records.
• Develop annual operating and capital budgets and monitor adherence.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Cost budgeting

Independent work

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Master’s Degree strongly preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Director of Accounting is accountable for the accounting operations of the company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. Duties include inventory cost accounting, financial reporting and establishment of annual operating and capital budgets. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, working with external auditors, and coordination and cooperation with other departments in the preparation of analyses. Works closely with the Chief Financial Officer on financial projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Master’s Degree strongly preferred.

Experience

Three to five years of accounting experience, preferably in a healthcare environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of various computer accounting software and MS Office Suite. Demonstrated expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of budgeting and cost accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently or in a group setting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of ethics in maintaining both corporate information and patient information confidentiality.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Forward-thinking with a positive attitude and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and handle detailed, precise record keeping.
• Good listening skills, alert, analytic ability, problem-solving ability, sound judgment, initiative, creativity, and patience.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Stands, walks, sits and converses most of the day.
• Uses telephone, computer terminal, printer, fax copier, while performing certain duties.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects less than 10 pounds occasionally.
• OSHA Category III: Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and, as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.