Senior Manager, Accounting & Financial Operations

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to lead accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting and analyses that support leadership decision-making.

The role establishes strong internal controls, oversees close processes, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and maintain regulatory compliance. This position also guides staff development and aligns departmental plans with organizational strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum five years of relevant accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations: Manages daily activities including reconciliations, journal entries, close processes, and discrepancy resolution.
• Financial Reporting: Oversees preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Controls and Compliance: Establishes internal controls and documentation for accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Financial Analysis: Analyzes results, identifies trends or risks, provides leadership with actionable recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborates with departmental leaders on financial projects and reporting requirements.
• Specialized Accounting: Oversees assigned accounting functions and ensures audit readiness.
• Team Leadership: Supervises accounting staff, assigns priorities, reviews work, and supports staff development.
• Leads daily accounting operations, provides recommendations to leadership, and helps manage procedures and budgets.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to lead accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting and analyses that support leadership decision-making.

The role establishes strong internal controls, oversees close processes, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and maintain regulatory compliance. This position also guides staff development and aligns departmental plans with organizational strategy.