ETSU Physicians & Associates is searching for a Director of Accounting to join our growing team. ETSU Physicians & Associates is a multi-specialty practice group located in Northeast Tennessee, and is affiliated with ETSU Health, Quillen College of Medicine, and East Tennessee State University.

ETSU Physicians & Associates offers a competitive compensation package with salary based on education and experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance. 18 days paid personal time off and 10 1/2 paid holidays annually, and, a paid retirement plan with an employer matching program.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Accounting is responsible for the accounting and financial functions of the Corporation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for the coordination and control of all financial and accounting activities of the Corporation.
• Responsible for the preparation, accuracy, and maintenance of the corporate budgets.
• Analyze, monitor, and report revenue and expenditures.
• Responsible for the maintenance of accounting records and control of expenditures in accordance with approved budgets.
• Responsible for the management of cash flow forecasts, investment strategies for the Corporation and the preparation of reports outlining the Corporation’s financial position in the areas of income, expenses, and earnings.
• Ensure corporate compliance with tax entities.
• Advise administration, faculty and staff on matters pertaining to budgeting and expenditure of funds.
• Oversees banking relations.
• Supervises the staff of the accounting and revenue cycle departments.
• Responsible for writing, maintaining, and interpreting financial procedure manual.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly manages staff of the accounting and revenue cycle department. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: A bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with an emphasis in accounting. C.P.A. and/or MBA or MHA highly desired. Must have three years’ experience in supervision of an accounting/ financial function preferably in the medical field. Experience with transitioning to new practice management, medical record, and human resource electronic platforms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, ADP, MS Power Apps  

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles and methods of supervision. Knowledge of principles and methods of accounting. Knowledge of the application of accounting principles to actual transactions. Ability to make calculations rapidly and accurately. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with faculty members, other employees, and the public.

Apply online at https://etsuhealth.org/employment