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Robert Half
Director of Accounting
Job Description
Description We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader to oversee financial operations for several facilities across the country. This role will guide accounting activities, strengthen collaboration across finance and operations, and help create a more cohesive, high-performing team environment. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, clear communication, and a practical approach to solving problems in a dynamic setting.
Responsibilities:
- Direct accounting operations for a portfolio of healthcare facilities, ensuring accurate and timely financial oversight.
- Evaluate financial results and reporting packages to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and support informed business decisions.
- Ensure accounting information is accurately recorded and transferred into the general ledger in accordance with internal controls and reporting standards.
- Approve and prepare journal entries as needed while maintaining the integrity of month-end and quarter-end close activities.
- Coordinate quarterly partnership distribution processes and confirm transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Collaborate with fellow leaders on cross-functional initiatives that improve departmental performance, consistency, and service delivery.
- Build strong working relationships with finance and operational partners to support business needs and maintain alignment across teams.
- Lead managers and senior accounting staff by setting priorities, providing coaching, and promoting accountability in a fast-paced environment.
- Drive team cohesion and help establish a stable, unified culture while leading through change and addressing operational challenges directly Requirements
- Demonstrated success leading accounting teams in a management or director-level capacity.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across stakeholder groups.
- Experience developing, stabilizing, and aligning teams within evolving or high-growth environments.
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to address issues directly and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Solid background in month-end close, financial reporting, and financial statement review.
- Knowledge of general ledger processes, journal entry management, and audit-related practices.
- Familiarity with tools and systems such as BlackLine and PeopleSoft is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business
- CPA designation is a plus.