Director Accounting - Internal Control

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

Dir Accounting handles financial accounting for Baylor Scott and White Health (BSWH). This includes preparing financial statements and reports on earnings, profits, and cash balances. The role formulates and administers approved accounting practices to ensure accurate financial and operating reports. These reports provide reliable information to control operations. Dir Accounting examines financial reports and records, making recommendations on reserves, assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenditures. The role prepares, reviews, and verifies journal entries and accounting classifications. Regular and special examinations ensure accuracy and proper accounting. Standard accounting functions include financial transactions, accruals, balance sheets, variance examination, consolidation, fixed assets, general ledger, income statements, internal transfers, reimbursements, journal entries, reconciliation, financial statements, and market-leading examination. The role designs procedures and processes that meet compliance and audit standards and improve efficiency. It also develops and implements accounting policies and procedures following GAAP standards and BSWH guidelines.

A system Director translates and implements strategic plans and goals for their area. Makes final judgments on operational matters and ensures goals are met. Recommends policies and organizational changes for the area. Plans and executes projects and initiatives that meet annual goals. Erroneous judgments at this level can negatively impact the area's success, business unit, and possibly the overall organization. Plans and directs department operations, responsible for staffing, processes, budgets, and costs. Manages and advises subordinates to meet schedules, resolve technical problems, and monitor performance. Oversees a larger, more complex organization or functional area than a manager. Often has one or more managers or supervisors reporting to them.

Essential Functions of the Role

- Directs the accounting function for assigned area of responsibility for BSWH.
- Recommends and implements strategic and operational plans and priorities for accounting function aligned to BSWH overall business goals.
- Manages preparation of complex financial statements and performs financial analysis to assist general ledger, controller, and financial services management.
- Develops and implements accounting policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines for assigned area.
- Reviews monthly journal entries to ensure completeness, accuracy, and relevance.
- Reviews monthly reconciliations and support of balance sheet accounts ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Manages the gathering of data and information to prepare monthly journal entries and financial statements.
- Directs and performs accounting functions in all areas supported, including journal entries, reconciliations, and complex reviews.
- Manages and participates in the overall system consolidation and during the annual external financial audit.
- Manages research and drafts standardized documentation for proper accounting of unique transactions with help from the financial reporting team.
- Communicates relevant financial information in a timely fashion to applicable financial officers, tax management, and reimbursement management.

Key Success Factors

- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field, preferably for a large health care system.
- 1+ years of experience in a leadership role.
- Public accounting experience preferred.
- Experience with accounting treatment in health care preferred.
- Excellent critical and quantitative skills.
- Exceptional project management and prioritization skills.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 5 Years of Experience