Project Manager, Accounting

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize accounting and finance projects (e.g., system implementations, system optimizations, process automation) according to defined scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor and ensure project adherence to all applicable local, national, and healthcare-specific regulations (e.g., GAAP, HIPAA).
• Identify potential financial and regulatory risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary liaison between cross-functional teams, including accounting, clinical operations, IT, and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and alignment of expectations.
• Prepare, reconcile and present detailed project reports, financial summaries, and performance metrics (KPIs) to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and audit trails.
• Identify and implement operational efficiencies within accounting workflows and systems, fostering continuous improvement and a culture of accountability.
• Lead and mentor project teams, assign responsibilities, manage conflict, and foster a collaborative work environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience, preferably within a hospital or healthcare setting.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong understanding of healthcare accounting principles and regulatory environments.
• Proficiency in financial systems (ERP platforms), Workday, preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication abilities, capable of translating complex financial data to diverse audiences.
• Adaptability and composure when managing multiple priorities and evolving project requirements in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between Finance teams, clinical staff, IT specialists, and senior leadership, driving projects that enhance operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Key Business Relationships

• Controllers
• Accounts Payable
• Payroll

Physical Requirements & Environment

• This position is hybrid from a work location perspective.

Pay Range

$95,000.00 USD - $125,000.00 USD