Associate Director of Financial Reporting, CPA
We have been engaged to conduct the search for a Associate Director of Financial Reporting for our client, a multi-billion-dollar healthcare system that includes a 500+ bed tertiary academic medical center, a physician organization, a health insurance plan and an accountable care organization and affiliation with a network of community health centers, based in Boston, MA.
The starting salary is up to $155,000, depending on background and experience. There may be a little flexibility for an outstanding candidate.
The Associate Director of Financial Reporting will be HYBRID and will be required to be on-site in Boston, MA, ideally 2 days per week.
The Associate Director Accounting will report to the Controller and will manage the financial closing process, working through teams in the organizations.
The Associate Director of Financial Reporting will assist in effectively meeting company objectives by working with the Company’s external audit and tax advisors on external filings, submissions and other external financial reporting matters. Additionally, the Associate Director will lead the internal financial reporting efforts specific to month-end close and report out on close. In support of these responsibilities, the Associate Director will interface significantly with the accounting, treasury, and development teams. Additional key responsibilities will include serving as the authoritative accounting expert for all matters impacting the Company, as well as creating and maintaining accounting policies. The Financial Reporting Associate Director will direct and
oversee theHealth System tax policies and objectives including monitoring,
reporting and planning to ensure compliance with applicable tax statutes under
nonprofit tax requirements on both the State and Federal levels.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Health System financial reporting, external audit and tax services. Specific job duties include the following:
- Lead the daily activities in the financial reporting, external audit and tax areas to ensure:
- Completion of the annual external audit plan in conjunction with the external auditors.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the external auditors as well as the accounting and reporting subject matter expert for the audit and associated engagements as well as for management.
- Completion of the annual tax return calendar, including coordination with the external tax advisors as well as other members of management.
- Completion of all Health System tax filings including but not limited to the annual 990 tax filings, state tax filings and miscellaneous other filings. This includes working with the tax advisors, facilitating the coordination and provision of underlying books and records to the advisors, timely review of draft statements, coordination of review with appropriate management and legal advisors, and follow through to the submission of the final returns.
- Quality, accuracy and efficiency of external and internal filings and reports on results.
- Identification of improvement opportunities related to process, including development of value-added recommendations.
- Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the financial reporting and tax processes.
- Coordinate the Health System monthly close reporting, working closely with the various entities and functions, including the budget team, finance, and subsidiary entities. Ensure accuracy of the month-end reporting and contribute ideas to make the process more efficient and/or effective.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with management across all operating areas.
- Act as a resource to management to continuously identify risks and improve internal controls. Work with respective areas such as accounting to formalize the associated process and control documentation.
- Participate in financial, operational, compliance and technology audits, and consulting engagements if and when deemed necessary.
- Identify opportunities to leverage technology to expand the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting (audit) and tax services function.
- Perform miscellaneous other tasks and responsibilities as arise throughout the course of the year.
Requirements
· BA/BS in Accounting or related degree required.
· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
- At least 7 years related experience and/or training
- Experience with accounting software, inter-fund accounting for subsidiary entities; nonprofit accounting preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills
· 4 or more years of experience in accounting management/leadership in a large, complex organization. Highly organized, able to multi‐task and track multiple projects, with excellent time management skills
- Intellectually curious and a self‐starter, with a heightened sense of initiative
- Superb customer service
- Strong mathematical aptitude
- Ability to think strategically as well as focus on attention to detail
- Strong collaborator; an effective team player
The Confidential Search Company is an executive recruiting firm that specializes in the placement of healthcare financial executives, VPs, directors, Managers and Specialists.
All inquiries will be treated confidentially.
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact:
Matthew O’Brien
The Confidential Search Company
860-742-1555
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Boston, MA 02118: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02118