Surgery Partners, Inc
Director of Accounting - Hybrid Opportunity
This is a hybrid position based at our corporate office in Brentwood, TN, with on‑site work required Monday through Wednesday.
The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading the corporate accounting function, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and providing technical guidance to finance teams across the business. Reporting to the Senior Director of Technical Accounting, SEC Reporting & Consolidation, you will utilize your extensive accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of US GAAP to drive efficiency and accuracy through the month‑end close process. This is a vital role in developing our company’s strategic vision for accounting transformation to streamline cross‑functional processes and meet SEC accelerated reporting deadlines.
Job Summary / Responsibilities
Provide leadership and mentorship to the corporate accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Lead the corporate accounting close process, including preparation, review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations.
Manage the revenue recognition workflow and contract compliance related to management fees and transition services agreements.
Partner with FP&A and other internal stakeholders to develop departmental cost allocations, maintain complex accruals and address coding issues / misclassifications.
Review and provide support for financial statement variances and monthly AvB analytics.
Analyze current processes and work collaboratively to deliver continuous improvement around standardization, scalability, and automation.
Represent the Finance Team and provide subject‑matter expertise for special projects and system implementations.
Ensure compliance and effective internal controls in accordance with SOX audit program.
Work with external auditors to explain policies and procedures as well as provide supporting documentation upon request.
Education / Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
6+ years of direct accounting experience closing the books for a public company or multi‑subsidiary organization.
2+ years of managing and developing direct and indirect reports.
Knowledge / Skills
Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
Working knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.
Must be detail‑oriented but also able to see the big picture.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
A proven history of leading and delivering continuous improvement.
Collaborates effectively with others and inspires a strong teamwork mentality.
Successful recruiting and onboarding of new talent.
Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and actively contribute to ensure the success of our team.
Bonus Points
CPA Designation or equivalent qualification in good standing.
Prior industry experience at a public company.
Prior experience in OneStream, Microsoft Dynamics and/or Blackline.
ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Possible long hours as needed. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
Life Insurance
PTO
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
And more!
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Hospitals and Health Care
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The Director of Accounting is responsible for leading the corporate accounting function, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and providing technical guidance to finance teams across the business. Reporting to the Senior Director of Technical Accounting, SEC Reporting & Consolidation, you will utilize your extensive accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of US GAAP to drive efficiency and accuracy through the month‑end close process. This is a vital role in developing our company’s strategic vision for accounting transformation to streamline cross‑functional processes and meet SEC accelerated reporting deadlines.
Job Summary / Responsibilities
Provide leadership and mentorship to the corporate accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Lead the corporate accounting close process, including preparation, review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations.
Manage the revenue recognition workflow and contract compliance related to management fees and transition services agreements.
Partner with FP&A and other internal stakeholders to develop departmental cost allocations, maintain complex accruals and address coding issues / misclassifications.
Review and provide support for financial statement variances and monthly AvB analytics.
Analyze current processes and work collaboratively to deliver continuous improvement around standardization, scalability, and automation.
Represent the Finance Team and provide subject‑matter expertise for special projects and system implementations.
Ensure compliance and effective internal controls in accordance with SOX audit program.
Work with external auditors to explain policies and procedures as well as provide supporting documentation upon request.
Education / Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
6+ years of direct accounting experience closing the books for a public company or multi‑subsidiary organization.
2+ years of managing and developing direct and indirect reports.
Knowledge / Skills
Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
Working knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.
Must be detail‑oriented but also able to see the big picture.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
A proven history of leading and delivering continuous improvement.
Collaborates effectively with others and inspires a strong teamwork mentality.
Successful recruiting and onboarding of new talent.
Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and actively contribute to ensure the success of our team.
Bonus Points
CPA Designation or equivalent qualification in good standing.
Prior industry experience at a public company.
Prior experience in OneStream, Microsoft Dynamics and/or Blackline.
ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Possible long hours as needed. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
Life Insurance
PTO
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
And more!
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Hospitals and Health Care
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