Director of Accounting

Description We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead financial operations and provide strong analytical guidance for a community-based organization. This role is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strategic judgment, deep technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to strengthen processes, controls, and cross-functional financial support.

Responsibilities:

- Lead accounting operations by making sound financial decisions and applying detail-oriented judgment across complex, non-routine matters.

- Produce interim financial statements and deliver meaningful analysis on operational and financial results for leadership review.

- Oversee the general ledger, supporting records, and month-end close activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely reconciliation.

- Manage deferred revenue activity, including entrance fee schedules, and monitor debt obligations through accurate tracking and required reporting.

- Prepare payroll tax filings, state property tax submissions, and coordinate external support for federal tax return completion.

- Provide guidance and backup support for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll processing as needed.

- Develop, revise, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal control practices to support compliance and operational consistency.

- Direct internal audit activity and serve as the primary lead for the annual financial statement audit and annual operating budget process.

- Administer commercial insurance matters, oversee Medicare cost report preparation or coordination, and handle additional financial services duties in support of organizational goals. Requirements

- CPA designation preferred

- Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and financial statement audit coordination.

- Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and their practical application.

- Demonstrated ability to manage general ledger activity, reconciliations, and internal controls in a complex accounting environment.

- Experience preparing or overseeing tax filings, debt reporting, and budget development.

- Proficiency with accounting systems, including Intacct.

- Ability to communicate effectively, exercise independent judgment, and manage sensitive financial information with accuracy and discretion.

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