Senior Director of Accounting & Decision Support

Arkansas Heart Hospital, LLC.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Heart Hospital, LLC is seeking a Senior Director of Accounting & Decision Support to oversee general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, cost accounting and financial analysis across the organization.

This leadership role supervises the Accounting Department, coordinates with the CFO on analytics and budgets, liaises with external auditors, and ensures GAAP compliance and accurate hospital reporting.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Licensure/Certification: CPA license with an active permit to practice.
• Experience: Minimum of five years healthcare financial management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors compliance with accounting/finance policies and procedures.
• Reviews and presents monthly financial reports.
• Maintains all accounting, financial, and general business records in a secure, confidential manner in compliance with GAAP.
• Maintains the cost accounting computer system.
• Assists the Chief Financial Officer with the annual budget and other financial management/analytical duties.
• Supervises the Accounting Department and operates within budget.

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

This professional accounting management position is responsible for maintaining a high standard accounting function including general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, cost accounting and decision support. The Senior Director of Accounting & Decision Support (“The Senior Director”) supervises the employees in the Accounting Department, assists the Chief Financial Officer with the analytical projects as requested. The Senior Director works with external auditors and consultants. This management position is responsible for preparing and analyzing clinic statistical reports, budgets and financial reports. As the Senior Director, this position works actively with other Team Leaders/Directors in communicating and coordinating accounting functions which affect all departments. The Senior Director performs a wide range of financial, operational and management tasks.

Work Schedule

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours and days may vary to meet accounting work deadlines.

Primary Duties

• Develops and monitors compliance with accounting/finance policies and procedures.
• Reviews and presents monthly financial reports.
• Maintains all accounting, financial, and general business records in a secure, confidential manner in compliance with GAAP, governing laws, and rules from regulatory agencies.
• Maintains the cost accounting computer system.
• Prepares financial analyses as requested by management.
• Develops internal control procedures and monitors for compliance.
• Works with external auditors and consultants in a professional, cooperative manner.
• Assists the Chief Financial Officer with the annual budget and other financial management/analytical duties.
• Assists in preparation of the annual Medicare cost report and other functions as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supervises, directs and plans the operation of the Accounting Department.
• Operates the Accounting Department within budget.
• Responds to issues of harassment and discrimination per company policy.
• Completes employee evaluation(s) in a timely manner per company policy.

Key Relationships

• Maintains positive relationship with internal customers. Is effective in interacting with others and problem-solving.
• Maintains positive relationship with external customers. Is effective in interacting with others and problem-solving.
• Responds promptly to customer needs or requests.
• Keeps superior informed of problems, recommends solutions.
• Participates in education/development of peers and other staff.
• Inspires and encourages confidence in subordinates.
• Always receives positive evaluations from subordinates.
• Communicates achievements of individuals and teams in a visible and positive way.
• Provides timely, descriptive feedback regarding personal and professional issues.

Qualifications/Specifications

• Education: Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field required (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Licensure/Certification: CPA license with an active permit to practice required.
• Experience: Minimum of five years healthcare financial management experience preferred.

Job Overview

Job Title:

Senior Director of Accounting & Decision Support