SVP & Chief Accounting Officer

Company Description

Privia Health™ is a technology-driven, national physician enablement company that collaborates with medical groups, health plans, and health systems to optimize physician practices, improve patient experiences, and reward doctors for delivering high-value care in both in-person and virtual settings. The Privia Platform is led by top industry talent and exceptional physician leadership, and consists of scalable operations and end-to-end, cloud-based technology that reduces unnecessary healthcare costs, achieves better outcomes, and improves the health of patients and the well-being of providers

Job Description

Role is remote; however, requires travel to headquarters (Arlington VA) as needed.

The SVP & Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) is responsible for the supervision and direction of all general accounting functions including payroll, accounts payable, financial analysis and full general ledger accounting. The SVP & CAO is responsible for the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures, and internal accounting controls for a publicly traded company. Additionally, the SVP & CAO is responsible for leading the accounting team in managing the Corporation’s accounting policies, systems and processes, tax and regulatory requirements, payroll systems, accounts payable processes and controls.

• Responsible for the delivery of cost effective and efficient accounting and financial systems, policies and processes that meet the current and future business requirements.

• Ensure the financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and all SEC requirements for a large accelerated filer including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)

• Oversee the External Audit, review and analyze results and institute required recommendations.

• Attend the Audit Committee meetings and work with the Audit Committee Chair

• Provide leadership , mentorship, and professional development opportunities for the accounting team

• Ensure proper training of all personnel working on financial, accounting, audit, or fiscal matters

• Oversee the development and implementation of all accounting policies, procedures, and controls

• Oversee the administration of the stock compensation equity program

• Oversee and monitor effective tax strategies and compliance for the Corporation;

• Oversee and monitor information technology, leaseholds and procurement;

• Oversee the mandate and work with the internal audit group of the Corporation;

• Coordinate the annual audit (and any special or non-recurring audit) with the Corporation's external auditors;

• Manage the comprehensive accounting processes for all mergers and acquisitions including valuations and working with the Value Based Care team on accounting for new payor contracts

• Communicate transparently and collaborate to the fullest extent possible with the Corporation’s external auditors;

• Oversee the Cash Management function, including banking relationships.

• Ensure the Organization is in compliance with all internal policies and relevant regulations and ensure filings are completed in a timely manner.

• Responsible for the management of the Organizations Insurance and Risk Management program.

• Oversee the annual insurance renewal process and ensure appropriate coverage is maintained at all times.

• Provide strategic direction for the management of the MEWA Health and Welfare programs for the Medical Group Partners and their support staff.

• Provide strategic direction for the management of multiple Affiliated Service Group 401(k) retirement plans, including both W2 employees, and Medical Group partners and their staff.

• Ensure appropriate legal review of contracts and solicit legal advice as required. Review financials of preferred vendors.

• Ability to contribute to the strategic financial planning and decision making.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.

• Master’s degree in business, finance, or accounting or equivalent work experience preferred.

• Certified Public Accountant required license active and in good standing.

• Preferred Experience: At least 10 years working knowledge in healthcare accounting and finance with at least 5 years of experience in Accounting Senior leadership roles in a publicly traded company that is a large accelerated filer.

• Must be an effective communicator for interacting with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in accounting processes a