Director of Accounting and Administration

Seva Dental Team•Detroit, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seva Dental Team is seeking an experienced accounting leader for the Director of Accounting & Administration role. This position reports directly to the CEO and is responsible for leading accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and key administrative functions. It is a hands-on role with one direct report, requiring the ability to both set direction and execute tasks. The role is crucial in building the financial infrastructure to support a growing, multi-practice organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial soundness. The position offers the opportunity to shape Seva's operational processes, create stronger systems, reduce manual work, and provide essential financial support to leaders and practices. While the long-term intention is for this to be a full-time role, Seva is open to considering candidates who prefer to start part-time and transition to full-time as the organization grows, with the transition details to be mutually agreed upon.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
At least seven years of progressive accounting experience
Experience managing or developing at least one accounting team member
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and internal controls
Experience leading month-end and year-end close processes
Experience with audits and multi-entity accounting
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, journal entries, general ledger accounting, and high-volume transaction processing
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail without losing sight of the larger business objective
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and nonfinancial audiences
Willingness to remain directly involved in the day-to-day accounting work
Must reside in Michigan or Ohio and be able to travel periodically to Seva practices in both states

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent professional certification
Experience in healthcare, dental, or another multi-location organization
Experience in a high-growth or acquisition-driven environment
Experience integrating newly acquired entities, systems, or financial processes
Experience improving accounting workflows through automation or system integration

Responsibilities

Personally lead and execute key accounting activities across a growing, multi-entity organization
Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, account reconciliations, payroll coordination, and month-end and year-end close
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
Develop, maintain, and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning
Manage cash flow, working capital, and key financial performance metrics
Coordinate audits, tax filings, and relationships with external accounting, tax, and advisory partners
Manage lending relationships and ensure timely, accurate reporting to financial institutions
Identify discrepancies, unusual results, and emerging concerns and bring them forward with clear recommendations
Translate financial information into practical, actionable insights for leaders across the organization
Lead key administrative functions, including vendor management, contract administration, insurance programs, and internal financial processes
Partner with HR to support payroll, benefits, and other team member-related financial processes
Evaluate accounting workflows and identify opportunities to reduce manual work through automation and better system integration
Improve tools and processes to increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
Establish consistent processes across practices and business entities while accounting for the realities of a growing organization
Build systems that can support continued growth and future acquisitions without creating unnecessary complexity
Manage, mentor, and support one direct report
Serve as a trusted financial partner to the CEO and executive leadership team
Collaborate closely with Operations, HR, Clinical Leadership, IT, doctors, and practice leaders
Build relationships with practice teams through regular communication and periodic office visits
Support acquisitions, integrations, and system implementations
Help newly acquired practices transition into Seva’s financial systems and processes
Deliver responsive, service-minded support to the practices we serve
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements
Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies
Manage organizational insurance programs and evaluate coverage needs
Safeguard sensitive financial information and maintain strong controls over systems, accounts, and organizational assets
Maintain appropriate documentation, controls, and reporting across the organization