Director of Accounting

Job DetailsJob Location: Westlake North Health Center - Los Angeles, CA 90017Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $124,543.00 - $200,549.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Local Travel Site to SiteJob Shift: DayJob Category: AccountingSUMMARY:

The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading all core accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable, purchasing, grants accounting support, and financial reporting. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the organization’s accounting systems and internal controls. The Director will serve as the operational leader of the accounting department, with a strong focus on technology adoption, automation, workflow optimization, and high‑quality month‑end close processes. The Director reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is a key partner in maintaining compliance with all accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports and implements the organization's vision, mission, and values, ensuring alignment in all accounting operations.
Oversees the full accounting cycle including general ledger integrity, reconciliation discipline, journal entries, accruals, fixed assets, prepaid schedules, and internal controls.
Leads and oversees the hiring, performance management, talent development, and training of staff; fosters a workplace culture that promotes service excellence and accountability.
Leads the optimization, configuration, and ongoing improvement of Sage Intacct, including automation, reporting modules, dashboards, and workflows.
Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, and advanced formulas.
Uses Microsoft Teams for communication, task management, shared channels, and collaborative workflow tracking.
Maintains departmental documentation, SOPs, and shared files on SharePoint with appropriate permissions and version control.
Partners with IT to implement improvements using AP automation tools, procurement applications, leasing software and other integrated systems to reduce manual work.
Evaluates new technologies and AI‑enabled accounting solutions to improve process efficiency and internal controls.
Ensures timely and accurate month‑end and year‑end close processes, achieving consistent deadlines and high data reliability.
Manages the Accounts Payable and purchasing functions, ensuring strong control structures, vendor accuracy, and compliance with procurement policies.
Prepares and reviews financial statements for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Partners with Grants Management to support post‑award accounting, compliance tracking, allowable cost verification, and grant reporting accuracy.
Provides accounting support to senior management on financial results, budgeting, cash flow, policy matters, and financial decisions.
Exercise delegated authority and responsibility from the CFO to direct accounting and revenue cycle activities. Leads the development and implementation of accounting policies, internal controls, and ensures compliance with all GAAP, regulatory, federal, and state laws.
Coordinates the preparation and submission of all required financial reports including annual UDS, OSHPD reports, tax filings like Forms 990, and HRSA grant reporting.
Monitors and reports on key performance indicators and financial metrics to identify trends and implement performance improvement initiatives.
Identifies industry trends and new technologies processes to facilitate an efficient billing experience and maintain a high-level payment success rate.
Assists internal and external audit functions as required.
Participates in management meetings, serves on various committees, and represents Gracelight in community and professional meetings and conferences.
Collaborates with leaders to optimize Gracelight's revenue cycle workflows, systems, and outcomes to help achieve organizational and cross functional goals, including EHR reporting, and information systems.
Stays informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and reimbursement policies affecting revenue cycle management.
Prepares regular reports and presentations for senior leadership on financial and revenue cycle performance, trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Complies with organizational policies and procedures.
Must be willing and able to work regular business hours and occasional evenings and weekends in person at least 3 days a week.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree required in accounting or closely re