Manager, Accounting

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Job Summary:

The Manager, Accounting is accountable to manage the general accounting functions within Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC), including, but not limited to: General Ledger, Cash Management, and Fixed Asset Budgeting and Management. This position is also accountable for assisting the Director, Accounting & Assistant Controller in providing timely and accurate financial reporting, tax filings and audit oversight.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Manages a team of General Ledger Accountants and other accounting staff responsible for core accounting activities and the preparation of GAAP‑compliant financial statements.
• Oversees daily general accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Manages month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Reviews and approves general ledger entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensures financial statements are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Partners with the Director, Accounting & Assistant Controller on consolidated reporting and close coordination.
• Maintains accounting policies, procedures, and documentation to support consistent application across entities.
• Oversees fixed asset and capital accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Coordinates year‑end audits and serves as a primary contact for internal and external auditors.
• Prepares audit schedules, supports audit requests, and assists with resolution of audit findings.
• Supports internal controls related to financial reporting and asset safeguarding.
• Assists with preparation and coordination of tax filings and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborates closely with financial and operational leadership to support accurate financial reporting.
• Provides technical accounting guidance and support to accounting team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, CPA, or CMA designation required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger oversight and financial statement preparation.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience overseeing complex accounting functions and guiding senior-level accounting professionals.

• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.

• Experience leading month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.

• Experience supporting internal and external audits and preparing audit schedules and documentation.

• Demonstrated experience applying accounting best practices and improving system efficiency, workflow standardization, or automation.

• Healthcare, public accounting, or experience in a regulated, multi‑entity environment preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.