Manager - Technical Accounting

Halifax Health•Daytona Beach, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Technical Accounting serves as the organization’s subject matter expert on complex accounting matters, authoritative guidance, and financial reporting issues impacting a governmental healthcare organization. This role is responsible for researching, interpreting, and applying GASB accounting standards, supporting accurate and compliant financial reporting, and advising leadership on the accounting implications of contracts, transactions, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience
3–5+ years in technical accounting within a complex, multi‑entity environment
Healthcare and/or public sector experience with GASB standards, including GASB 87 and 96
Strong technical accounting research, writing, and contract interpretation skills
Advanced knowledge of GASB accounting and governmental financial reporting
Strong proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to interpret complex contracts and legal agreements from an accounting perspective
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to translate technical accounting concepts into practical guidance for non-accountants
High attention to detail, organization, and documentation quality
Collaborative leadership style with sound professional judgment

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Accounting or Finance preferred
Active CPA strongly preferred
Prior public accounting (government or healthcare focus) experience desirable
Experience with bond accounting, continuing disclosure, and governmental reporting requirements
Experience implementing new accounting standards
Familiarity with healthcare‑specific accounting (patient service revenue, third‑party payors, grants)
Experience supporting pension and other post‑employment benefit accounting

Responsibilities

Research, interpret, and document the application of GASB pronouncements, implementation guidance, and other authoritative literature
Lead the organization’s implementation of new or revised accounting standards, including: Leases (GASB 87) Subscription‑Based IT Arrangements (GASB 96) Grants, governmental funding, and public‑private partnership arrangements
Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies, technical memos, and white papers with clear conclusions and authoritative citations
Assess accounting implications of new transactions, programs, contracts, and business initiatives
Review contracts and complex arrangements (e.g., vendor, physician, IT, financing, and service agreements) to determine appropriate accounting treatment
Provide accounting guidance prior to contract execution and document conclusions in technical accounting memoranda
Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, IT, and Operations to identify accounting impacts and ensure timely involvement of Technical Accounting
Support the preparation and review of: Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Notes to the financial statements Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) Supplemental schedules required for governmental healthcare entities
Review complex journal entries, estimates, and account reconciliations related to technical accounting areas
Provide technical review of disclosures, roll‑forwards, and supporting schedules during monthly, quarterly, and annual close
Serve as the primary technical accounting contact for external auditors
Prepare audit support, technical analyses, and responses to audit inquiries
Support PBC coordination for assigned technical areas and maintain high‑quality, timely deliverables
Assist with single audits, grant audits, bond‑related reporting, and regulatory inquiries as applicable
Proactively address audit findings and support remediation of identified issues
Own technical guidance and documentation for GASB 87 and GASB 96
Partner with IT, Supply Chain, and Accounting Operations to ensure completeness and accuracy of lease and SBITA populations
Review embedded lease conclusions, modifications, reassessments, discount rates, and disclosure support
Support accounting and documentation for pensions, OPEB, and other significant estimates, coordinating with actuaries and internal stakeholders as needed
Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical training to accounting staff
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, documentation standards, and internal controls
Support the design, documentation, and effectiveness of controls over technical accounting and financial reporting
Assist with system implementations or enhancements impacting accounting and reporting
Promote a strong control environment and compliance culture