Director of Accounting

Robert Half is partnering with a growing healthcare organization seeking an experienced Controller, VP of Accounting, or senior finance leader to support a large-scale finance transformation initiative. This interim engagement will play a key role in helping the organization transition from a highly decentralized operating structure to a more centralized Shared Services model, with an immediate focus on Accounts Payable operations across approximately 30 facilities.The organization is looking for a hands-on leader who can provide both strategic direction and operational support while helping establish scalable processes, improve controls, and drive AP modernization efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for an executive-level accounting professional who has successfully led shared services, process transformation, centralization, or large-scale operational improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and strategic oversight for Accounts Payable operations.Partner with executive leadership to support the transition toward a centralized Shared Services environment.Assess current AP processes, workflows, controls, and organizational structures to identify improvement opportunities.Lead initiatives focused on AP transformation, standardization, and operational optimization.Support the design and implementation of future-state AP processes and governance models.Manage and mentor AP personnel while driving accountability, performance, and service-level expectations.Collaborate with facility leadership, finance teams, and operational stakeholders to improve consistency across locations.Oversee vendor onboarding, vendor management, and 1099 compliance processes.Identify and eliminate manual or inefficient processes while implementing best practices.Support change management efforts as the organization moves toward a more centralized operating model.