Director of Accounting

Qlarant is a not-for-profit corporation that partners with public and private sectors to create high quality, safe, and efficient delivery of health care and human services programs. We have multiple lines of business including population health, utilization review, managed care organization quality review, and quality assurance for programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Qlarant is also a national leader in fighting fraud, waste and abuse for large organizations across the country. In addition, our Foundation provides grant opportunities to those with programs for under-served communities.

Best People, Best Solutions, Best Results

Please Note: The Director of Accounting is a hybrid position that allows you to work remotely with the requirement to work in the Easton, MD office once a week.

Job Summary:

Directs activities overseeing and managing the financial operations of the organization, including strategic planning and execution of accounting functions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial stability throughout the work area. Owns responsibility for developing and implementing generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), in alignment with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements. Communicates direction for financial decision-making, providing insights and analysis on organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Directs department in all day-to-day accounting functions, including leading the monthly close and preparing and presenting financial statements and reports to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Ensures the governance and maintenance of effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborates with external auditors to coordinate all corporate and subsidiary financial audits.
• Directs and manages the accounting team, providing guidance and support to ensure the team's effectiveness and efficiency.
• Follows relevant accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Defines strategy to identify and assess financial risks, proposing and implementing measures to mitigate them.
• Communicates direction on tax planning and compliance to ensure adherence to applicable tax laws.
• Protects and maintains the privacy of associate personnel records, including compensation information.
• Manages team performance through regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of exceptional services and engagement, motivation, and team development.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises employees.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Business Expertise - In-depth understanding of how own department integrates with the Business Area and basic commercial awareness.
• Problem Solving - Uses judgment based on the analysis of information.
• Nature of Impact - Through responsibility for delivery of end results and contribution to planning, finances/budget, and policy development.
• Area of Impact - Primarily on a Business Area.
• Interpersonal Skills - Developed communication skills, ability to negotiate mainly internally and often at higher levels.
• Leadership - Management responsibility for a team of professionals (includes people, budget, and planning).
• Functional Knowledge - Broad and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline and knowledge of these elements in other disciplines.
• Project Management - Project/Program Manager responsible for oversight of a diverse project team or small program. The project typically has well-defined goals and follows a well-established process. Typically completed in 12 months.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of a Master's degree required or CPA license, plus 15 years of experience.
• Adept at execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills.
• Adept at business intelligence.
• Adept at collaboration and teamwork.
• Adept at digital literacy skills.
• Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills.
• Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant preferred.

Qlarant is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.