Director Financial Accounting

Are you a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional seeking a leadership role in a dynamic healthcare organization? Look no further than Houston Methodist as we are currently seeking a Director of Financial Accounting to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and organizational policies. We are looking for an individual with a strong background in accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving financial success. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Oversee all financial accounting activities, including but not limited to: general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
2. Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
3. Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.
4. Lead and manage a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to help them achieve their full potential.
5. Monitor and analyze financial reports and data to identify areas for improvement and make strategic recommendations to drive financial success.
6. Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial information is communicated and utilized for decision making.
7. Manage the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, and present them to senior leadership for review and approval.
8. Oversee the annual external audit process, ensuring all documentation and information is provided accurately and in a timely manner.
9. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in accounting regulations to ensure compliance and make necessary adjustments to accounting processes as needed.
10. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and increase efficiency within the financial accounting department.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Director Financial Accounting in Houston, TX 77054, USA is between $127,000 and $190,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on the specific company, industry, and years of experience of the individual. Factors such as education level, certifications, and additional skills may also impact salary.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.