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INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ORGANIZATION
SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - North
POSITION OVERVIEW
Provides leadership and direction to the medical group related to finance, analytics, and accounting activities. Monitors operational and financial performance for strategic short and long range planning. Develops and continually improves the medical group budget, prepare accounting reports, implement financial arrangements, and presents financial information for various committees. Liaise with the external accounting firm, and supervises the audit and internal control processes. Ensures that financial activities are completed in a timely and efficient manner keeping the leadership team abreast of improvement opportunities for success.
Education
* Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
* Bachelor's: Accounting, Finance, Business or Healthcare Administration or related field
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
* 12 years recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
* Working knowledge of accounting and/or finance operations.
* Working knowledge of managerial/financial accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
* Working knowledge of healthcare operations and financial reporting requirements.
* Knowledge and understanding of healthcare financial and operating challenges and the business environment, including emerging trends and issues.
* Ability to translate complex financial data and analysis into presentations for appropriate audience.
* Strategic skills for reviewing processes and strategies to ensure successful alignment with business needs and for identifying improvement opportunities.
* Analytical skills with proven ability to resolve issues/problems by leveraging business and functional knowledge, and client relationships.
* Ability to operate strategically and tactically.
* Demonstrates credible leadership presence, with the ability to respond to questions with logic, clarity, calmness and authority.
* Ability to bring individuals together to resolve differences and/or to achieve acceptance of a solution.
* Ability to influence others by persuasion, negotiation, and problem solving, and to move others to recognize and appreciate different points of view and to consider/accept alternative options.
* Collaborative working style to facilitate open sharing of information and cooperation with various project participants and/or stakeholders.
* Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues to manage/minimize risks.
* Ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of role’s duties while respecting cultural and linguistic differences and fostering an inclusive work environment.
* Ability to communicate through verbal and written means, and to present concepts and information in a manner that is readily understood by management and employees.
* Organization and planning skills to effectively delegate, manage and/or re-prioritize activities and projects to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of responsiveness.
* Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.
* Displays integrity and ethics in handling confidential and sensitive information.
* Ability to use essential applications and/or databases associated with the role’s duties and responsibilities.
JOB SHIFT
Days
SCHEDULE
Full Time
DAYS OF THE WEEK
Monday - Friday
WEEKEND REQUIREMENTS
As Needed
BENEFITS
Yes
UNIONS
No
POSITION STATUS
Exempt
WEEKLY HOURS
40
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $172,848.00 to $276,577.60 / annual salary
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ORGANIZATION
SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - North
POSITION OVERVIEW
Provides leadership and direction to the medical group related to finance, analytics, and accounting activities. Monitors operational and financial performance for strategic short and long range planning. Develops and continually improves the medical group budget, prepare accounting reports, implement financial arrangements, and presents financial information for various committees. Liaise with the external accounting firm, and supervises the audit and internal control processes. Ensures that financial activities are completed in a timely and efficient manner keeping the leadership team abreast of improvement opportunities for success.
Education
* Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
* Bachelor's: Accounting, Finance, Business or Healthcare Administration or related field
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
* 12 years recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
* Working knowledge of accounting and/or finance operations.
* Working knowledge of managerial/financial accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
* Working knowledge of healthcare operations and financial reporting requirements.
* Knowledge and understanding of healthcare financial and operating challenges and the business environment, including emerging trends and issues.
* Ability to translate complex financial data and analysis into presentations for appropriate audience.
* Strategic skills for reviewing processes and strategies to ensure successful alignment with business needs and for identifying improvement opportunities.
* Analytical skills with proven ability to resolve issues/problems by leveraging business and functional knowledge, and client relationships.
* Ability to operate strategically and tactically.
* Demonstrates credible leadership presence, with the ability to respond to questions with logic, clarity, calmness and authority.
* Ability to bring individuals together to resolve differences and/or to achieve acceptance of a solution.
* Ability to influence others by persuasion, negotiation, and problem solving, and to move others to recognize and appreciate different points of view and to consider/accept alternative options.
* Collaborative working style to facilitate open sharing of information and cooperation with various project participants and/or stakeholders.
* Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues to manage/minimize risks.
* Ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of role’s duties while respecting cultural and linguistic differences and fostering an inclusive work environment.
* Ability to communicate through verbal and written means, and to present concepts and information in a manner that is readily understood by management and employees.
* Organization and planning skills to effectively delegate, manage and/or re-prioritize activities and projects to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of responsiveness.
* Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.
* Displays integrity and ethics in handling confidential and sensitive information.
* Ability to use essential applications and/or databases associated with the role’s duties and responsibilities.
JOB SHIFT
Days
SCHEDULE
Full Time
DAYS OF THE WEEK
Monday - Friday
WEEKEND REQUIREMENTS
As Needed
BENEFITS
Yes
UNIONS
No
POSITION STATUS
Exempt
WEEKLY HOURS
40
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $172,848.00 to $276,577.60 / annual salary
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Who's Hiring
- Marriott International10
- Jobot4
- Experitec2
- Haga Kommer2H
- Kymeta2
Top Industries Hiring
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- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Automotive
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate director of accounting jobs.
- CPA license required or strongly preferred across most associate director of accounting postings
- 7 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two in a supervisory role
- Deep proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite for financial close and reporting
- Strong command of U.S. GAAP and experience applying technical accounting standards like ASC 606 or ASC 842
- Experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for mid-to-large organizations
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with a master's degree or MBA viewed favorably in many postings
Tips for Your Associate Director of Accounting Job Search
Align your resume to month-end close
Hiring managers for associate director of accounting roles want to see ownership of close cycles, not just participation. Call out your specific responsibilities in the monthly or quarterly close process, including any reductions in close time you drove or systems you used to do it.
Highlight technical accounting standards directly
Many associate director of accounting postings screen for ASC 842, ASC 606, or IFRS experience upfront. If you have it, name the standard explicitly on your resume next to the project where you applied it, not buried in a skills list at the bottom.
Target postings by entity complexity
An associate director role at a 50-person company operates very differently from one inside a multi-entity public company. Filter your search by company size and structure so your experience with consolidations, intercompany eliminations, or single-entity close matches what the employer actually needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate director of accounting openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a close-process walkthrough for interviews
Expect at least one technical interview round where you walk through how you manage a period-end close from start to finish. Interviewers want to hear your sequencing, how you handle late adjustments, and what you do when a subledger doesn't reconcile to the general ledger.
Negotiate comp with total package context
At the associate director of accounting level, bonus eligibility, equity grants, and professional development budgets vary widely by industry. Before your final conversation, clarify whether the base offer reflects a midpoint or ceiling for the band so you know how much room exists.
Associate Director of Accounting Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate director of accountings?
Marriott International, Jobot, and Experitec are hiring the most associate director of accountings right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the heaviest hiring activity include healthcare systems, financial services, and large private equity-backed companies.
How many associate director of accounting jobs are remote?
About 60% of associate director of accounting openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the seniority level's mix of strategic and operational responsibilities. Technical accounting functions like financial reporting and consolidations tend to have the highest remote share, while roles tied to physical operations or audit oversight are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become an associate director of accounting?
Most associate directors of accounting start by earning a CPA license after completing an accounting or finance degree. From there, the path runs through senior accountant and accounting manager roles, building experience with close processes, technical accounting standards, and team leadership. Exposure to ERP systems and cross-functional projects, like supporting audits or system implementations, accelerates the move into director-track positions.
Can you get hired as an associate director of accounting without direct management experience?
It's difficult but possible if your technical depth is strong enough to offset the gap. Employers may consider candidates who led projects, mentored junior staff, or owned a full accounting function without a formal management title. Framing your resume around decision-making authority, cross-functional ownership, and the scope of what you managed independently helps close the experience gap in the application.
What does the associate director of accounting interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four rounds. A recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager interview focused on your close experience and team leadership. A technical round then digs into specific accounting standards, reconciliation approaches, or system experience. Final rounds often include a panel with the CFO or VP of Finance and sometimes a brief written case or presentation on a close process or accounting policy issue.
Where can I find and apply to associate director of accounting jobs?
You can find and apply to associate director of accounting jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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