Director Accounting/ Controller

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Directs the establishment and maintenance of accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Maintains all accounting records, and directs the development, analysis, and interpretation of statistical and accounting information to appraise operating results in terms of costs, budgets, trends, and increased revenue opportunities. Under the direction of leadership, manages and/or provides oversight to the functions of general accounting, budgeting, non-patient receivables, daily cash management, and financial reporting for assigned service lines and/or companies. Coordinates operations with other departments and other related entities. Review processes to identify internal control weaknesses and performance improvement initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Five years of experience in accounting/finance field.

2. Two years of experience with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. CPA certification.

2. Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience in Healthcare accounting/finance.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for maintaining a financial accounting system for timely and accurate recording, allocation, and monitoring of all financial transactions in the general ledger system. Responsible for ensuring that sound accounting practices are implemented in accordance with standards issued by FASB, GASB, and other authoritative bodies.

2. Prepares (and/or coordinates with decision support), weekly, monthly, annual, and ad hoc reports (both current and forecasted) for financial operations and financial position reporting purposes for the organization as a whole, as well as for the performance of each unit, department, and identified service line.

3. Responsible for the processing and development of the operating budget which includes statistical, expense, revenue, capital, and cash budgets and development of budgeted financial statements. Develops specific objectives, department budgets, and performance standards for each area of responsibility.

4. Responsible for monitoring budget performance and providing ongoing reporting and variance explanations. Facilitates early recognition of changes in the circumstances so that timely operating adjustments can be made when necessary.

5. Responsible for the proper accounting and disbursement of funds (payments) owed to vendors for goods or services.  Assure that proper protocol exist for authorization of such transactions in regards to dollar limits, budget requirements, internal control, and other criteria. Assure accuracy of all invoices and vouchers relative to general ledger and account classification coding.

6. Coordinates with Corporate Accounting to provide needed information or answer questions related to the external audit.  Communicates with Corporate Accounting regarding financial matters and requests as presented by external auditors or other external entities.      

7. Resolve management, staff, and interdepartmental questions, complaints, and requests in a timely manner. Consistently investigate and take corrective action necessary to resolve problems and complaints regarding accounting or internal control procedures.

8. Review incoming correspondence to determine problem areas.  Recommend and/or change department policies in order to improve customer satisfaction, internal control, and department operations.

9. Assure that the proper segregation of duties exist for the reconciliation of cash transactions.

10. Coordinate operations through direction of staff in general accounting, budgeting, cash forecasting and management, capital asset management, and non-patient receivables.  Provides direct oversight to all areas. Review all employees’ work on a periodic basis, specifically for identifying quality problems and implementing corrective actions. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the job descriptions and key requirements for each position of all areas; instruct others in the performance of duties; hold employees accountable at all times for the responsibilities inherent in their positions.

11. Ensure that all required information is maintained and reported to government and regulatory agencies and other identified third parties.

12. Maintains a record retention program in accordance with organization and external third-party requirements. Consistently is attentive to record keeping and documentation of accounting activity and any other record maintenance requirements.

13. Continually evaluate and update department policies and procedures; review all written procedures at least once per year.

14. Report to leadership suggestions for positive changes within the scope of department function and in view of existing policies and procedures. Consistently make sound recommendations after gathering factual, objective information on matters of hiring, commendation, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination.

15. Keep abreast of up-to-date accounting changes. Makes changes or recommends alternatives to enhance the organization’s financial position and/or to support the organization’s fiduciary responsibility. Performs analyses and recommends enhancements to existing systems and procedures.

16. Demonstrate an ability to create an atmosphere and conditions which are conducive to, and fosters motivation of, staff to work at optimal efficiency; encourage staff to regularly establish goals and objectives. Consistently monitor and document performance of staff members; utilize appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary; contribute to performance appraisals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Office work which includes sitting for extended periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Office work which includes sitting for extended periods of time.

2. Travel between facilities/buildings and throughout the region.

SKILLS & ABILILTIES:

1. Effective verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

2. Working knowledge of general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, cash management and fixed asset information systems.

3. Knowledge of desktop applications including Excel, Word, and Power Point.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center:

541 THOM Accounting

Address:

4605 Maccorkle Ave SW

South Charleston

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.