Director of Accounting

A well-established Care Retirement Community in the East Bay, CA is seeking a seasoned Accounting Director to lead its financial operations. This individual will oversee all accounting functions and play a critical role in financial strategy, audit readiness, budgeting, and compliance.

• Supervise and mentor accounting team members.
• Promote cross-departmental collaboration and financial accountability.
• Organize accounting workflows to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct regular team meetings to encourage communication and alignment.
• Serve as Director on Duty and be available for on-call responsibilities.
• Prepare and deliver timely monthly financial reports.
• Manage all general ledger functions, including A/R, A/P, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Oversee billing processes for both independent living and health center services.
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts on a regular basis.
• Maintain and reconcile Master Trust schedules and other financial records.
• Support and manage the annual budgeting process.
• Lead annual audit and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Ensure timely submission of required financial reports to regulatory agencies.
• Monitor internal controls and tax-related processes, including payroll tax filings.
• Present financial updates and recommendations to executive leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Proficient in general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and audit preparation.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or nonprofit environments is a plus.