Manager, Accounting
Mary Washington Healthcare • Full Time
Posted on Thu, May 7, 2026
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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 managing 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.