Sr. Vice President, Accounting and Finance

Jackson Healthcare • Alpharetta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

LocumTenens.com has been leading the way in a booming healthcare industry since 1995. Locum Tenens is a Latin phrase meaning, “to substitute for.” When hospitals are understaffed, they rely on us to find them the right temporary physicians to fill in when needed. Every associate at LocumTenens.com plays a role in getting patients seen, no matter what they studied in school or what their role is here. Located in Alpharetta, GA, we boast a state-of-the-art campus featuring world-class amenities. We are a Jackson Healthcare company and we are now the third largest healthcare staffing company in the U.S., serving more than 7 million patients in over 1,400 healthcare facilities. The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Accounting is a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for overseeing and optimizing the company’s financial operations in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. This role is critical in shaping financial strategy, ensuring accurate and timely accounting, financial reporting, and forecasting, and driving financial excellence and continuous improvement across the organization. This role will oversee the accounting and FP&A functions, including Customer Credit & Collections, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Reporting & Accounting, Supplier & Contractor Payables and Financial Systems. This position also plays a critical role in helping the sales teams identify areas to improve profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field
• 15+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive management and leadership experience, with a proven track record of success
• CPA or MBA strongly preferred
• Experience working in staffing, professional services or healthcare is highly preferred
• Experience with Workday Enterprise Accounting and Finance software is a plus
• Experience in M&A (e.g., evaluation, deal drafting, due diligence, negotiation, integration) is strongly preferred
• Accounting or financial system implementation, including requirements, planning, project management, implementation, and support (e.g., ERP implementation, Financial Reporting system, etc.), strongly preferred
• Ability to adhere to and exhibit the Company Values at all times
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis techniques to support data-driven decision-making
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP software, and financial budgeting/modeling software
• Strong understanding of financial risk management and the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively
• Ability to resolve high-impact, complex, and cross-departmental challenges
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, with advanced Excel skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

• CPA or MBA strongly preferred
• Experience working in staffing, professional services or healthcare is highly preferred
• Experience with Workday Enterprise Accounting and Finance software is a plus
• Experience in M&A (e.g., evaluation, deal drafting, due diligence, negotiation, integration) is strongly preferred
• Accounting or financial system implementation, including requirements, planning, project management, implementation, and support (e.g., ERP implementation, Financial Reporting system, etc.), strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide financial guidance to the president and executive team to assist with decisions regarding the company’s financial strategy and operations
• Develop and implement financial and operational strategies that drive growth and profitability
• Coordinate the implementation of financial initiatives and projects, and measure effectiveness
• Assist senior management in developing short and long-term financial goals and objectives for individuals and departments
• Participate in developing policies and procedures that support and complement company-wide strategic goals
• Initiate innovative changes and technologies to align with future needs
• Build relationships and collaborate with internal strategic partners and stakeholders
• Represent the company with key outside customers, clients, partners, and providers
• Lead the development of financial plans, forecasts, and company-wide operating and capital budgets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop annual budgets and forecasts, monitoring performance against targets
• Conduct financial research and analysis and provide recommendations to division leaders and president
• Create and maintain multi-variable, predictive financial models, and analyses to support operations and data-driven decision-making
• Assist the sales teams by providing data and analytics to identify areas of opportunity to improve performance and financial results
• Perform ROI analysis on significant financial investments to develop a business, product, technology, or market, as requested
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and relevant regulations
• Provide technical accounting or subject matter expertise for decision support on complex transactions or situations
• Oversee and optimize the accounting department organizational structure, policies, and procedures
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing policies to ensure effectiveness and that policies are in accordance with evolving regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and proactively identify and mitigate financial risks
• Continuously improve and streamline accounting systems, processes, policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Create appropriate financial structure around new lines of business services or partnerships as directed by executive leadership
• Provide technical accounting guidance for the due diligence, purchase and integration of acquired companies
• Manage day-to-day operations of the accounting function
• Provide leadership through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication
• Conduct regular staff meetings to ensure that associates are well-informed
• Select, train, and retain a high-performing accounting team
• Provide opportunities for growth and personal development so staff can reach their full potential
• Conduct performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback
• Motivate and inspire accounting staff for optimal associate engagement
• May work on special projects or other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Company-paid benefits (Basic Life and AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Compass Health Advocate and Transitions)
• Healthcare benefit options (Value Plan, High Deductible Plan with HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Prepaid Legal Services, 529 Savings Plan, Pet Insurance)
• Paid parental leave
• Company sponsored 401k plan with company matching
• PTO that accrues at a rate of 15 days/year for 1st year and continues to increase with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• An opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art facility in Alpharetta which features an on-site daycare and cafeteria, world-class fitness center and wellness clinic

What This Job Offers

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