Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting of a publicly traded healthcare organization. This role is responsible for assisting with core accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, general ledger maintenance, and fixed asset accounting. The Staff Accountant works closely with accounting leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvement as the organization grows. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who is eager to develop within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or corporate finance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookup functions) preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Public accounting experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage, Workday) and spend management tools such as Bill.com preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the 10-day month-end close process.
- Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations to ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
- Provide reporting support, analysis, and documentation for quarterly and annual SEC reporting and consolidation requirements.
- Analyze financial results to identify trends, variances, and potential issues; prepare comparative analyses and recommendations for management.
- Manage the weekly accounts payable process, ensuring expenses are properly approved, accurately recorded, and aligned with budget.
- Perform monthly trend analysis comparing actual expenses to budget.
- Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain fixed asset and intangible asset schedules at the clinic level, ensuring proper depreciation and amortization.
- Assist in managing lease obligations and maintaining accurate rent schedules.
- Perform timely bank reconciliations.
- Ensure timely payment processing and provide analysis of past-due accounts.
- Support the maintenance and enhancement of internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Participate in special projects and initiatives to improve systems, applications, and accounting processes.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- 401(k) plan with company matching options
- Generous Paid Time Off
- A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
- Progressive Leadership Development Programs
- New York's 529 College Savings Program
- Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
- FSA Plans- pre tax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
- Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration
- And much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
