Director of Accounting

Salt Lake City, Utah

Corporate/Support – Finance /

Full-time /

Hybrid

Headlight is a physician-owned, mental wellness, telehealth company. Our focus is quality care, and our goal is to provide mental health and wellness care to all who need it. We are a mission driven team that supports our clinicians by Clinician Obsessed. As we continue to expand and diversify our service offerings, we are seeking a Director of Accounting to lead and grow our accounting department

The Director of Accounting will oversees all financial activities within an organization, including budgeting, financial reporting, and auditing. They manage a team of within the accounting department, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations. Additionally, they provide strategic financial guidance to senior management and contribute to decision-making processes by analyzing financial data and trends.

Our Mission

To deliver mental health services in a way that’s easier and more human for everyone involved.

Our values

· Deliver excellent service: We’re determined to deliver world-class care to our clients. We build long- lasting relationships because we obsess over the details of our delivery and the quality of care.

· Make things easier: Getting help with mental health can be challenging and confusing for a lot of people. We remove barriers and simplify the process because it helps our clients get help and allows us to grow and help more people.

· Listen with empathy: Listen to each other with empathy. We value the deep understanding that creates a productive environment of collaboration, feedback, and support.

· Learn and Grow: We are always curious to improve our practice and our process. As we learn and grow, we can help more people, and that’s what it’s all about.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close, including analytical review of financial results to ensure timely and accurate accounting records are maintained

· Oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including general ledger maintenance, payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, and reconciliations to ensure the proper and timely processing of billing and payments

· Manage and support additional accounting staff.

· Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements, bank and general ledger reconsiliations

· Prepare monthly journal entries for payroll, accruals, prepaid expenses, and accounts receivable

· Maintain a thorough understanding of industry-specific accounting standards and their implications for the company’s financial reporting.

· Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and forecasts to provide accurate and timely insights into the company’s financial performance.

· Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for business operations

· Processing reconciliation, and oversight of invoices

· Partner cross-functionally to develop and maintain budget and expense controls

· Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making

· Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvements.

· Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

· Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and the organization’s continued growth.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience

· Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

· 5+ years of experience in accounting or related field

· Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Experience with Oracle NetSuite

· Experience with accounting software and financial management systems

· Intermediate MS Excel skills

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work effectively in a team environment

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy

· Knowledge of both business and payroll tax policies and procedures

· Self-directed professional with self-confidence and desire to share your ideas and knowledge.

· Comfortable providing “hands-on” accounting and partnering with leadership on high-level strategy, strategic planning, and growth plans

· CPA Preferred but not required

$100,000 - $115,000 a year

Benefits

·       Competitive salary and benefits package.

·       Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge healthcare technology environment.

·       Professional development opportunities and training.

·       Collaborative and supportive work culture.

·       Impactful role contributing to the enhancement of patient care and healthcare processes.

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