Director of Accounting & Finance

United Community Health Center•Green Valley, AZ

21h

About The Position

The Director of Accounting and Finance manages the budget details, cost controls, financial reporting, financial analysis, and accounting procedures and supervises the accounting team.

Requirements

Master’s degree in accounting or finance
Non-profit accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
5 years’ experience in accounting management
10 years’ experience in accounting
Ability to present financial information to management.
Knowledge of finance, accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Computer proficient, to include Microsoft Office applications and exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong spreadsheet preparation, interpretation, and analytical skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills with emphasis on responsiveness, building trust, mutual respect, and courtesy.
Ability to cultivate a culture of respect and service excellence through professionalism, skilled communication, and demonstrated commitment to integrity, trust, respect, and equity.

Responsibilities

Provides oversight for accounts payable, general ledger, financial systems, payroll, travel, and accounting.
Prepares financial statements, which provides the Board of Directors, management and other related third parties with reliable, current information on which they can make informed and effective decisions.
Assists with budget control by monitoring budgeted versus actual financial performance, analyzing monthly budget results, and preparing manager and Board of Directors reports.
Develops models, procedures, and protocols for reporting in concert with company goals.
Provides support to executive management, departmental managers, and clinicians in the preparation, understanding, and use of financial information, and assists the organization towards its goal of improving cost-effectiveness of health care delivery.
Manages and supervises staff to include coaching, mentoring, training, resolving conflicts, and ensuring accurate and timely work is produced.
Ensures information systems capture financial information required by third party payers, grantors, and other external sources.
Represents UCHC by promoting programs and contributing to community functions.
Meets with CFO on a regular basis to provide updates on staffing projects and other essential reporting as appropriate.
Prepares computerized monthly Financial Statements, including Trial Balance and supplemental schedules.
Reviews financial statements for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting to CFO for final review.
Analyzes revenue & expense accounts for monthly budget variances and provides explanations with Financial Statements.
Maintains and manages accounting systems and continually reviews and recommends opportunities for improvements in systems, processes, and reporting.
Continually reviews and monitors internal controls of the company.
Maintains the Finance Department Policies and Procedures.
Assists with fiscal year-end planning, tasks, and reporting requirements, including audit.
Performs site/department revenue/expense variance analysis as needed.
Participates in reviewing and monitoring compliance with UCHC contracts, policies, and procedures; ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Participates in the preparation of annual budget, reports for Grantee and Governmental agencies (including the Medicare Cost Report, Uniform Data Systems and the Annual AHCCCS Reconciliation), and other miscellaneous projects.
Participates in special projects and performs other professional accounting tasks as assigned.