Vice President, Finance and Accounting

ECRI • Whitemarsh Township, PA

55d • $176,464 - $202,934 • Remote

About The Position

Vice President, Finance and Accounting is a key member of the senior leadership team and ensures the accuracy of ECRI’s financial results, supports strategic decision making through financial analysis along with ensures compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is in a critical position to help guide the direction and overall management of the company with direct access to all levels of senior management.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance, with a preference for candidates with deep expertise in the healthcare sector.
• Proven analytical skills with ability to quickly dissect business issues and develop course recommendations
• Polished presentation skills with ability to present complex issues to executive team in a meaningful and straightforward manner
• Prior experience working in private equity, consulting or other fast-paced, deadline-driven environment that demands service, quality and presentation skills
• Experience developing data analysis and business metrics
• Ability to provide both management and leadership guidance for developing team
• Willingness to lead work efforts by example and structure
• Proven track record of managing financial operations for multiple entities within a single corporate structure, demonstrating agility in complex environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting standards, and healthcare-specific compliance regulations.
• Exceptional analytical skills, capable of translating data into actionable business insights.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build finance teams and collaborate effectively across departments and influence positive outcomes.
• Meticulous attention to detail combined with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to lead process improvements and implement new systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and inspire junior finance staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Advanced proficiency in ERPs, financial management tools with the ability to handle large-scale data entry and complex financial modeling.
• Experience with accounts payable systems
• Experience with HR payroll systems

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with sales & use tax compliance vendors is preferred.
• Experience with International and Non-profit accounting is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis:
• Guide preparation of annual operating plan, intra-year forecasts and multi-year strategic plans with interface across the organization
• Drive continuous enhancement of reporting strategy including definition of key performance indicators, data sources and integration of information from various systems for reporting automation
• Lead all monthly and intra-month internal and external reporting of financial data with key stakeholders including executive leadership and lenders
• Analyze customer and market data to shape financial decision-making around pricing and corporate development activities
• Strategic partner supporting the CFO in mission to accelerate business growth through sound financial and operational analysis.
• Accounting:
• Direct and oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all processes with reconciliations.
• Deliver timely, precise, and insightful financial reporting, producing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements that support informed decision-making.
• Manage and consolidate financial operations across multiple entities, synthesizing data into cohesive reports for executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements by leveraging technology and best practices to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial reporting and operations.
• Lead coordination of audits and tax filings, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax professionals to ensure seamless compliance.
• Assist with the fiscal year end close process, and the timely completion of the financial statement, federal award reporting, 403(b) plan audits, as well as the preparation and submission of the IRS Form 990
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements (i.e. sales tax, government reporting, IRS reporting).
• Monitor cash flow, cultivate strong banking and treasury relationships, and implement strategies to optimize financial performance and liquidity.
• Develop, document, and enforce robust accounting and governance policies and procedures to streamline operations and promote consistency across the finance team.
• Analyze financial performance trends, delivering actionable insights to drive cost optimization, improve profitability, and support sustainable growth.
• Provide cost accounting and robust margin analysis by contract, customer, department, etc.
• Oversee financial risk management, conducting thorough contract reviews and financial due diligence to mitigate risks and ensure sound decision-making.
• Partner with department heads to develop and monitor department-specific budgets, implementing cost control measures to align with organizational goals.
• Establish accurate and organized financial datasets critical for operational success.
• Leadership:
• Provide strategic financial insights to the CFO, supporting high-level decision-making and long-term planning to advance organizational objectives.
• Holds staff accountable for successful performance.
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Provide strategic and operational insights.
• Develop policy recommendations, create operational procedures, and engage key stakeholders to successfully implement.
• Train, mentor, and inspire team members by fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability coverage.
• Our employees can participate in an employer-matching 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• ECRI offers additional benefits to our employees, including paid time off and holiday pay, paid leave for parents, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, access to LinkedIn Learning, and other voluntary benefit programs (e.g. accident insurance, identify theft insurance, flexible spending accounts).
• All employees are provided 16 hours annually of paid time to volunteer at preapproved ECRI Cares charities during normal business hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees