Senior Director of Accounting

Brewer Morris; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris partners with a leading healthcare services organization to recruit a Senior Director of Accounting in Tampa, FL. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, and team leadership in a complex environment.

The position includes directing close processes, driving process improvements, and partnering with executives to support strategic decisions. A strong background in healthcare finance and US GAAP is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 10+ years of progressive experience leading accounting and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Track record of improving accounting processes and reporting quality.
• Oracle ERP system experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct accounting operations including close, GL oversight, and financial reporting.
• Partner with finance and operational leaders to improve reporting accuracy.
• Oversee reconciliations, journal entries, and data integrity.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and efficiency across accounting.
• Support audit activities and maintain strong internal controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Strategic partnering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

About The Opportunity

I'm partnering with a leading healthcare services organization on a new Senior Director of Accounting hire. This person will play a key leadership role overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, process improvement initiatives, and team leadership across a complex and growing environment.

What You'll Lead

• Direct accounting operations, including financial close, general ledger oversight, and financial reporting.
• Partner with finance and operational leaders to enhance reporting accuracy and support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee reconciliations, journal entry reviews, and the integrity of financial data.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and efficiency initiatives across the accounting function.
• Support audit activities and maintain strong internal control and compliance practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team focused on operational excellence.

What They're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive relevant experience leading accounting and financial reporting functions within large or complex organizations (healthcare related, required)
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, corporate accounting principles, and internal controls.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Track record of improving accounting processes, reporting quality, and operational efficiency.
• Oracle ERP system experience

Additional Skills/Experience Preferred

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Prior experience with a top 10 level accounting firm
• Healthcare industry experience (services, provider, managed care, value based)

Why This Opportunity?

• High-impact leadership role with visibility across executive leadership.
• Opportunity to influence accounting strategy and drive transformational initiatives.
• Collaborative environment working closely with finance and operational partners.