Director, Accounting

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Location 209 10Th Ave S, Suite 350, Nashville, TN, 37203-0752, United States

Job Category Corporate

Employee Type FT Exempt

Description

Director of Accounting Overview

As Wayspring’s Dir ector of Accounting, you will lead the accounting function and help ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. In this role, you will oversee the monthly close, general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, revenue cycle, financial controls, audits, and core accounting operations while developing a high-performing team and partnering across the organization. You will bring strong technical accounting judgment, disciplined processes, and a continuous-improvement mindset to a mission-driven healthcare company experiencing growth and change.

Why Wayspring?

We are passionate about breaking barriers alongside those with complex behavioral health needs. Whether you’re in the field or in the corporate office – our mission is felt, and your impact is recognized. There is no inner circle, and we all have a seat at the table. Leaders are accessible and silos are avoided. We respect your craft and love to be challenged. We invest not only in our mission, but in each other. Internal promotions and cross departmental training are the norm – you grow, we grow.

Responsibilities of the Director of Accounting

Leads the monthly and annual close processes and ensures accurate , timely financial statements

Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, consolidations, accruals, fixed assets, and related accounting operations

Oversee accounts payable, including invoice processing, expense reports , vendor reconciliations, and timely , accurate expense recognition

Oversee payroll operations maintaining appropriate controls and ensuring accurate and timely processing, payroll tax compliance, and accurate recording of payroll expenses and liabilities

Oversee revenue cycle management , including billing, cash application, adjustments, accounts receivable, and revenue recognition

Maintains accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that support reliable reporting and scalable operations

Reviews complex and nonroutine transactions and applies U.S. GAAP and applicable healthcare accounting guidance

Partners with Financial Planning and Analysis, Operations, Legal, Compliance, and other teams to resolve accounting matters and improve financial visibility

Coordinates external audits, tax support, and other financial reviews and ensures complete, timely responses to information requests

Develops, coaches, and evaluates accounting team members and builds clear ownership, accountability, and succession plans

Improves close timelines, reconciliations, documentation, and workflows through standardization, automation, and effective use of financial systems

Monitors the accuracy of balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigates variances, and drives timely resolution of issues

Supports budgeting, forecasting, cash management, due diligence, system implementations, and other strategic initiatives with accurate accounting information

Communicates accounting results clearly to finance leadership and other stakeholders

Ensures adherence to Wayspring information security, privacy, and compliance requirements

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Requires at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience leading teams and the financial close

Demonstrates strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit requirements

Possesses a CPA license; public accounting experience preferred

Brings experience in healthcare, managed care, value-based care, or another regulated and rapidly growing environment; healthcare experience is preferred

Demonstrates success improving accounting processes, controls, systems, and close efficiency

Applies sound judgment to complex transactions and communicates technical accounting matters in clear business terms

Builds effective partnerships across functions and balances strategic priorities with hands-on execution

Develops and motivates teams through clear expectations, coaching, and accountability

Uses enterprise resource planning, financial reporting, and reconciliation tools effectively

Manages multiple priorities accurately in a deadline-driven environment

Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging, is supported, and empowered to thrive. We actively seek different backgrounds , perspectives, and experiences—because we believe that drives better performance and innovation. We’re committed to identifying and removing barriers for the communities we serve.

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