Manager of Fixed Asset Management and Leasing

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 109,400 - 119,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Brookline, MA seeks a Manager of Fixed Asset Management and Leasing to oversee asset management functions, including project accounting and lease oversight. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, strong leadership skills, and at least 5 years of relevant accounting experience. This role contributes significantly to the financial operations within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical and professional accounting expertise required.
• 5 years of accounting experience with progressive experience in hospital finance.
• 3 years of management experience in the healthcare field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset accounting, including entries and reconciliations.
• Manage project setup and spending review.
• Oversee lease accounting processes and staff supervision.
• Build depreciation forecasts and lead budgeting cycles.
• Manage asset inventory and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership and teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical judgement

Problem-solving skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Master’s Degree

Job description

Manager of Fixed Asset Management and Leasing

Reporting to the Controller, this role leads the Institute’s asset management function. The Manager ensures accurate project and asset-level records, provides both high-level and detailed analysis, and oversees the monitoring and maintenance of assets, leases, and capital projects within the financial systems. The Manager partners closely with leaders across departments to deliver project accounting, fixed asset management, capital expenditure reporting, year-e​nd audit support, lease accounting oversight, and support for the annual capital budgeting process.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute brings together world‑renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end asset accounting, including capitalization entries, depreciation, reconciliations, and issue resolution within the Asset Management module.
• Manage project setup, resource assignment, spending review, capitalization, and closeout within the Asset Module.
• Oversee lease accounting processes, supervise staff, partner with Finance teams, and develop/maintain policies aligned with applicable lease accounting standards.
• Build depreciation forecasts, lead the annual capital budgeting cycle, and deliver monthly capital variance reports for the CMC.
• Manage asset inventory and tagging processes, ensure compliance with external requirements, and advise on Medicare, Medicaid, and FASB regulations.
• Champion process and system enhancements to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and support Finance department objectives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to plan, lead, and foster teamwork within areas of responsibility; applies advanced technical and professional accounting expertise to ensure systems accurately control institutional activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to instruct, train, develop staff, and present oral and written reports to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Strong analytical judgement and problem‑solving skills; able to translate complex issues and communicate effectively across all levels of the Institute.
• Creative and adaptable; thrives in a fast‑paced, changing environment and manages multiple priorities independently.
• Commitment to a customer service philosophy, with a responsive, solutions-oriented approach.

Education Required

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

Education Preferred

Master’s Degree.

Experience Required

Masters in Accounting, Finance or other advanced degrees.

Experience Preferred

5 years of accounting experience with progressive experience in hospital finance; 3 years of directly related experience in the healthcare field in a management capacity.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). $109,400 - $119,800.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.