Pacific Executive Search Looking for VP of Accounting and Finance at Buena Park, CA Full Time

VP Accounting and Finance in the Buena Park area within the Healthcare industry. This role offers the opportunity to lead and direct all aspects of accounting and finance operations, including financial planning, reporting, and tax. The candidate will have the chance to work for a nationally recognized company with 1B in annual revenue that is committed to positive clinical outcomes and excellence in specialty therapies, providing comprehensive support to patients and healthcare practitioners.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategies for all accounting and finance functions, including financial planning, operations, reporting, and tax.
• Coordinate financial reporting for all lines of business, analyzing adherence to financial plans.
• Enhance departments by implementing a strategic vision and promoting a metrics-based culture.
• Collaborate with SVP of Reimbursement to address issues affecting overall performance.
• Monitor efficiency in accounting, reporting, revenue recognition, and receivable management.
• Oversee daily accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to all company entities.
• Manage the accounting and finance department, interacting with all levels of management.
• Analyze financial information and prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• Manage year-end audit and communicate with external auditors.
• Ensure effective internal controls and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Conduct month-end closing and reporting activities.
• Analyze financial data and provide strategic recommendations for improved fiscal viability.
• Supervise budgeting/forecasting and variance analyses.
• Oversee completion of tax reporting requirements and other regulatory filings.
• Implement and monitor accounting control procedures.
• Develop models to assess accounts receivable and credit balance liability.
• Analyze financial information to identify resource and procedural improvements.
• Maintain confidentiality in patient, personnel, and company records.
• Complete assigned duties and projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or CPA required.
• Past public accounting experience in audit required.
• Experience in healthcare accounting management or home care operations preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP required.
• Excellent technical knowledge of accounting and strong analytical skills.
• Experience directing accounting and finance functions.
• Ability to build relationships and understand financial performance drivers.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Access.
• Ability to leverage technology solutions for employee development and process improvement.
• Strong organizational and cross-functional skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills with employees, management, auditors, and vendors.
• Problem analysis, judgment, and problem-solving abilities.
• Timely and accurate completion of projects.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations and maximizes productivity and positive employee relations.
• Exhibits a positive attitude towards the organization, job, and others.
• Shows concern and respect for others in a compassionate and responsive manner.
• Promotes change and suggests new ways of doing things.