Regional Manager, Accounting – Hybrid Preferred (Albany, NY / Capital Region) | Remote Considered

Trinity Health • Albany, NY

9d • $51 - $84 • Hybrid

About The Position

Accountable for managing Health Ministry (“HM”) and Market Record to Report (“R2R”) shared services responsibilities within area of assignment. Directs the overall management of financial systems and processes to ensure credible and timely accounting information is generated during the monthly financial close process and the production of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the HM and Markets is supported. Interacts directly with senior management and department directors to ensure that accounting services are available and reliable. Produces credible, timely and accurate financial information. Responsible for financial internal controls management, verifying the integrity and accuracy of financial information, safeguarding organizational assets, and developing efficient business processes to support accounting operations. Provides functional expertise and ensures fulfillment of performance and service standards. Identifies, defines, and solves complex problems that impact the management of the R2R function. Maintains awareness of new industry developments and standards. Leads and manages a diverse staff in a matrix environment, where growth and development are encouraged. Recognizes necessary changes in priority of tasks and allocation of resources and acts upon them as required to meet workload demands. Provides guidance to staff on technical accounting questions and compliance. Develops, implements, & monitors internal controls relating to the financial statement close processes. Recruits, interviews, & selects staff in collaboration with Regional Controller. Supports Centers of Expertise (COE) functions for areas such as asset management, leases, contributions, grants, joint ventures, & debt compliance/reporting, including the preparation of financial reports for donors and grantors. Utilizes measurements of quality & productivity to evaluate systems and staffing. Reviews and approves monthly accounting entries for input into the PeopleSoft G/L system (or current general ledger system) for entities & accounts assigned in accordance with established timelines. Keeps Regional Controller informed of any significant changes or decisions required. Implements financial and managerial reporting best practice processes to ensure timely and insightful analysis of financial and business performance for HM a & Markets supported. Assesses quality of financial reporting and analysis, provides feedback to staff & implements process improvements. Supports Regional Controller in identifying opportunities to improve accuracy & timeliness of accounting and reporting. Assists Regional Controller in coordinating work relating to internal and external audits in the periodic review of financial records & financial statements including Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (grants; “Uniform Guidance” or “Single Audit”) & other HM specific audit requirements. Completes the federal, state & local tax reporting requirements and other reports as required by government regulation. Accumulates annual 990 & other tax returns and financial information to support the community benefit reporting. Proactively works to streamline accounting & reporting processes, improve organizational capability, &enhance financial stewardship to support System, HM & Market objectives. Works in collaboration with Regional Controller, HM & Market senior leadership to improve consistency & capabilities relative to accounting & managerial reporting, financial controls, & other non-revenue finance processing for which they each have accountability. Completes year-end financial reporting package & preparation of year-end audit work papers. Demonstrates strong project management skills with proven success in managing large-scale projects through to completion with limited supervision, tightened time limits, & strategic perspective. Provides and/or reviews financial analytics including but not limited to: Researching & interpreting accounting implications for various business relationships & transactions Developing operational processes to appropriately record financial transactions in accordance with established policy & generally accepted accounting principles, “GAAP” Performing various analyses, developing correlations between actual results, prior month, prior year, & annual plan Completing routine management reports Manager Accounting - Regional: (additional criteria in addition to what is noted above) The Regional Accounting Manager role has significantly greater scope & / or complexities, such as: Regional Scope – responsibilities cover multiple HMs, often a region covering several states, or a single state with multiple large-sized complex facilities & / or ministries. Span of control includes significant number of complex responsibilities over multiple business / organizational units & joint ventures, multi-state tax & reporting requirements, additional audits, or other significant technical accounting management. Significant span of control typically results in larger teams of accounting staff. Complicated federal & state regulations & compliance. Additional audits requirements may include Health Ministry preparation of financial statements &applicable accounting footnote preparation (in accordance with GAAP).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field of study.
• Equivalent combination of education & / or experience, such as a long tenure in health care accounting and / or HFMA certifications accepted in lieu of degree requirement.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of accounting experience.
• Leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent combination of education and experience such as a long tenure in health care accounting & / or HFMA certifications.
• Experience in a significant sized, complex, & matrixed organization is preferred, with $100 million or more in annual revenue and consolidated financial statements.
• Previous managerial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Health Ministry (“HM”) and Market Record to Report (“R2R”) shared services responsibilities.
• Direct the overall management of financial systems and processes to ensure credible and timely accounting information is generated during the monthly financial close process.
• Support the production of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the HM and Markets.
• Interact directly with senior management and department directors to ensure accounting services are available and reliable.
• Manage financial internal controls, verify the integrity and accuracy of financial information, safeguard organizational assets, and develop efficient business processes.
• Provide functional expertise and ensure fulfillment of performance and service standards.
• Identify, define, and solve complex problems that impact the management of the R2R function.
• Maintain awareness of new industry developments and standards.
• Lead and manage a diverse staff in a matrix environment.
• Recognize necessary changes in priority of tasks and allocation of resources and act upon them as required.
• Provide guidance to staff on technical accounting questions and compliance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls relating to the financial statement close processes.
• Recruit, interview, and select staff in collaboration with Regional Controller.
• Support Centers of Expertise (COE) functions for areas such as asset management, leases, contributions, grants, joint ventures, and debt compliance/reporting.
• Prepare financial reports for donors and grantors.
• Utilize measurements of quality & productivity to evaluate systems and staffing.
• Review and approve monthly accounting entries for input into the PeopleSoft G/L system (or current general ledger system).
• Keep Regional Controller informed of any significant changes or decisions required.
• Implement financial and managerial reporting best practice processes.
• Assess quality of financial reporting and analysis, provide feedback to staff, and implement process improvements.
• Support Regional Controller in identifying opportunities to improve accuracy & timeliness of accounting and reporting.
• Assist Regional Controller in coordinating work relating to internal and external audits.
• Complete the federal, state & local tax reporting requirements and other reports as required by government regulation.
• Accumulate annual 990 & other tax returns and financial information to support the community benefit reporting.
• Streamline accounting & reporting processes, improve organizational capability, & enhance financial stewardship.
• Improve consistency & capabilities relative to accounting & managerial reporting, financial controls, & other non-revenue finance processing.
• Complete year-end financial reporting package & preparation of year-end audit work papers.
• Demonstrate strong project management skills with proven success in managing large-scale projects.
• Provide and/or review financial analytics, including researching & interpreting accounting implications, developing operational processes, performing various analyses, and completing routine management reports.

Benefits

• Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager