Director Accounting Operations

Department: Accounting & Finance

Location: Dallas

Shift: Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm

Job Type: Remote

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

The Director of Accounting Operations will be responsible for leading the health system's accounting operations to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the general ledger and all supporting subledgers. This role oversees month-end close execution, affiliates and foundation accounting, non-patient accounts receivable, and fixed assets, while maintaining a strong internal control environment and audit-ready financial data. The Director serves as the primary owner of balance sheet integrity and operational accounting processes, providing reliable financial information to support internal and external reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including calendar management, journal entry oversight, and general ledger close to ensure timely and accurate financial data
• Ensure integrity of the trial balance through standardized reconciliations, review of high-risk accounts, and timely resolution of reconciling items with audit-ready support
• Lead and oversee end-to-end accounting for affiliate and foundation entities, including patient accounts receivable across multiple systems and net revenue models, found