Corporate Accounting Manager Jobs in Louisiana

INTRODUCTION

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At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review and pressure test key decisions to ensure the financial accountability of major projects, including M&A transactions, joint ventures, capital projects, new programs, program expansions, new ventures, and purchases. Acts as an advisor to department leadership regarding projects, tasks, and operational workflows. Works on complex projects and analyses without direct supervision. Supports and reviews work product of analysts on team.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business Administration, or Computer Science or related area OR 10 years relevant professional experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

Preferred - Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required - 5 years experience in healthcare finance or in a related field including two years of experience with project related, multi-task responsibilities with a professional staff, experience prioritizing, organizing and coordinating multiple work assignments under strict deadlines, often in a high-pressure setting, experience working independently.

CERTIFICATIONS

Required - None

Preferred - Certification as a Public Accountant or actively testing for certification

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent judgement, decision making and time management skills.
• Analytical skills and ability to use a logical through process to formulate practical solutions to problems.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to effectively and professionally work with people from all backgrounds.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

JOB DUTIES

• Lead and oversee complex, interdependent projects aligned with strategic priorities, ensuring effective execution across timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Partner with leadership to support strategic decision-making and advance high-visibility initiatives.
• Coach and mentor finance teams, supporting performance management, resource allocation, and professional development.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators and project tracking tools to drive data-informed decision-making.
• Manage risk, issue escalation, and change management processes to ensure timely resolution and project success.
• Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts, including data analysis, audit processes, and implementation of control measures aligned with professional standards.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.