Manager Enterprise Accounting Operations

aah; Milwaukee (WI); Teletrabalho; USD 114 000 - 171 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Advocate Health is seeking an Accounting Operations leader to manage the general ledger, cash accounting, payroll and related processes in a healthcare setting. You will drive accuracy, timely financial close and robust internal controls across a large enterprise.

The role requires CPA, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in management, and knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory standards. Expect collaboration with finance leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualificações

• GAAP knowledge and month-end close experience.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Strong internal controls and audit support experience.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, cash accounting, and financial close.
• Lead treasury support and bank reconciliations for enterprise treasury operations.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and timely, accurate financial reporting.

Conhecimentos

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

ERP/Accounting systems

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

MBA

Ferramentas

Oracle

SAP

Workday

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Department:

10205 Enterprise Corporate - Accounting

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Full-time, dayshift Monday - Friday. This role will be fully remote.

Fully Remote Role from these states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY

No relocation and no sponsorship or transfer of visa for this position now or in the future.

Pay Range

$54.90 - $82.35

Major Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations Management: Manages all accounting operations, including general ledger management, cashaccounting and analytics, investments, insurance, grants and endowments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payrolland fringe benefits, fixedassetsand leasing, and the financial close processes. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of allfinancial transactions,reconciliationsand reports.
• Cash Accounting Applications & Treasury Support: Manages the cash accounting applications and analyticssystems/processes, bankreconciliationsand the accounting team’s support ofthe enterprisetreasury operations.
• Ensureaccountingpolicies and procedures are followed to support the enterprise liquidity, debt management, and investmentstrategies.
• Financial Reporting: Manages the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, analysesand reconciliationsin accordance withGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), applicable regulatory standardsand internal control policies. Ensure that financial reporting reflects the organization’s true financial position.
• Internal Controls: Managesteam oncontinuously developing and improving robust internal controls to safeguard organizational assets, ensure compliance with GAAP,lawsand regulations (including HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley asapplicable), andprevent fraud or errors. Partner with the Internal Audit and ICFR teams to conduct periodic reviews andaudits to assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:Maintainup-to-date knowledge of accounting, tax, and health care regulations.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including Medicare and Medicaid rules, IRS regulations,and other critical standards.
• Process Optimization: Manages team process improvements, automation initiatives,standardizationand system
• enhancements to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness. Evaluate current accounting workflows and leadtechnological solutions to streamline operations.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team. Set clear goals, provideregular feedback, and promote professional growth through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Recommend allteammate compensation changes, resolution plans of teammate concerns, corrective actionplansand terminations.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the budgeting and forecasting process by providingaccuratehistorical data, trendanalysis, and insightful financial perspectives.
• Audit Management: Manage annual external audits and internal audit reviews. Serve as a liaison to auditors, ensuringtimelypreparationand delivery of required documentation and swiftly addressing audit findings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build andmaintainstrong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including financeleadership, department leaders, regulatory agencies, and vendors.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly tooperational finance team and non-financial audiences.
• Change Management: Manage change initiatives related to accounting operations, including system implementations, policyupdates, and process redesigns. Manage team through transitions and foster a culture of adaptability and continuousimprovement.
• Risk Management:Identifyfinancial and compliance risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and manage theimplementation of risk management practices tailored to the unique needs of the accounting department ina healthcareenvironment.
• Special Projects: Manage the team in various special projects including mergers and acquisitions, system integrations, andnew business initiatives, providing accountingexpertiseand due diligence.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.

Preferred Education

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Experience Required

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership role, preferably within a health care organization or similarly complex environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Technical Skills:Demonstratedexpertisein GAAP, the month-end close process, including journal entries,reconciliations, andfinancial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance.Proficiencyin accounting software(e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, or healthcare-specific platforms).
• Leadership Abilities: Strong ability in developing talent, leading teams, and driving organizational change. Exceptionalcommunication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a capacity for strategic thinking.Systems & Data Skills:Proficiencywith ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday) and strong Excel skills; ability toleveragedata toidentifyissues, trends, and opportunities.
• Controls & Compliance: Working knowledge of internal controls, policy adherence, and audit support; experience with ICFRexpectations is a plus where applicable.
• Health Care Knowledge: Familiarity with health care industry operations, terminology, and regulatory requirements(Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, etc.).
• Ethical Standards:High levelof integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical conduct.
• Operational Excellence: Commitment to process improvement, efficiency, and quality in all aspects of accountingoperations.
• Collaboration: Effective in working across departments, building consensus, and driving results through teamwork.
• Communication: Skilled at conveying complex accounting and financial concepts to diverse audiences, including cliniciansand non-financial stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity, leading through change, and balancing competing priorities in a fast-pacedenvironment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• The role is typically based at the organization’s divisional headquarters, with occasional travel required to regional sites, external meetings, or industry conferences.
• The Accounting Operations leader must be comfortable working in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting and adept at managing competing priorities within a large, complex health care and academic enterprise.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.