Head of Accounting (Remote)

Director of Accounting
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. LOCATION: 1097 Commercial Ave, East Petersburg PA - some remote flexibility once fully trained
HOURS: Full Time, 40 hours per week
The Director of Accounting manages the daily operational activities of the accounting department. The position is responsible for ensuring financial statements are compiled in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and UPHS policies. Directs and oversees the preparation and distribution of financial reports and analysis to support the organization's operational and strategic goals, and initiatives. The Director of Accounting oversees the preparation of the required tax filings to ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements.
The Director of Accounting provides financial support and leadership to the Accounting team, entity Controller and CFO. Financial Accounting Operations and Processes

Manage the monthly financial close process coordinating with UPHS Corporate Accounting
Oversee the monthly financial reporting and variance analysis process including detailed review of balance sheet and statement of operations and changes in net assets
Understand inter-entity relationships and transactions for accurate accounting and reporting
Accountable to maintain internal controls and best practices which are designed to support accurate, timely, and reliable financial information o Identify, recommend, and execute improvements to accounting processes
Coordinate the quarterly and annual external audit processes
Oversee the cash management and accounting support staff functions
Financial Reporting

Responsible and accountable for having financial statement results accurately and consistently reported on an accrual basis in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and UPHS policies
Build efficient, flexible, and effective reporting and analytic tools
Coordinate and prepare appropriate analytics to support financial results o Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Provide assistance and advice in interpreting financial results
Oversee preparation and submission of internal and external surveys
Deliver reporting and analytics to varying audiences within the Organization to include but not limited to the Finance team, operational leaders, executives, board, committees, UPHS Corporate Partners
Maintain and continue to grow knowledge and skills using Infor, Essbase, Smartview, Hyperion, EPIC, similar and related systems
Tax Reporting

Responsible for managing State and Federal tax reporting; including the IRS Form 990 and 990T, State sales tax, and other tax related items
In conjunction with external tax consultants and internal UPHS tax partner, ensure returns are accurately and consistently reported based on State and Federal requirements
assign work activities, projects; provide or coordinate staff training; Encourage continuous growth to help team members realize full potential through individualized education, learning plans, goal setting, and stretch objectives
Serve as a resource for technical and consultative support o Assist in development and implementation of Finance goals, policies, priorities, and procedures
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field

• 7 years of experience progressively responsible Finance, Accounting, Financial Reporting and Analysis experience
• Strong financial/business acumen
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills; Ability to work in a highly matrixed structure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all organizational levels of personnel
• Project Management - strong ability to develop solid plans and execute to achieve project milestones
• Skilled in using Microsoft Offices products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Skilled in using Infor, Essbase, Smartview, Hyperion, EPIC, similar and related systems
• Knowledge of healthcare accounting and operations (Preferred)
• Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.