Remote Senior Accountant - Finance Operations

Senior Accountant- Finance Operations Who we are: AMOpportunitiesis the category leader in tech-enabled clinical training placements and workforce solutions. We equip universities and healthcare providers with the infrastructure needed to expand clinical education across all healthcare disciplines. With partnerships spanning 100+ allopathic (MD), osteopathic (DO), nursing(NP and pre-licensure), PA, and allied health degree programs at 650+ healthcare institutions nationwide and internationally, AMO is solving the healthcare training shortage by enabling quality clinical education at scale. Sinceexpanding to domestic B2B solutions in 2020,we'vesecured 75+ partnerships with U.S. academic institutions and placed students innearly 6,000clinical rotations. Our proprietary SaaS platform and comprehensive service solutions help schools expand enrollment, open new clinical campuses, and prepare for accreditation visits. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. AMOpportunities encourages you to apply even if you do not meet all listed qualifications. We look forward to your application. About the position: We'reseeking a detail-orientedSenior Accoutant - Finance Operations to serve as the operational backbone of our finance team.This rolereports directly totheControllerand will collaborate closely with the CFO, external auditors, tax advisors,PEinvestorsand cross-functional business partners.This sits at the intersection of accounting, operations, and strategicsupport—requiring someone who can manage the daily financial workflow while thinking critically about process improvement and controls.You'llbe the go-to personkeepingour financial operations running smoothly during an exciting growth phase that includesarecent acquisition, our first auditandevolving investor reporting requirements. Thisisn'ta traditional bookkeeping role. We need someone who can see both the trees and the forest—executing daily tasks with precision whileidentifyingissues before they become problems and proposing solutions proactively. If you have (or are pursuing) your CPA and thrive in environments where you can build processes from the ground up, this role offers significant growth potential. Must be local to Chicago and be available to come into the River North office, as needed. Essential Functions: Core Financial Operations (60%) Accounts Receivable: Generate customer invoices,monitoroutstanding AR aging, proactively follow up on collections, and manage the cash application process Accounts Payable: Review and process weekly AP runs, manage vendor relationships and inquiries, ensuretimelyandaccuratepayment processing Cash Management: Perform daily bank reconciliations, process ad hoc payments and customer refunds,maintaincash position visibility Specialized Payments: Prepare and process weekly physician payment schedules, manage affiliate and commission payments, oversee expense reimbursements Month-End Close:Own the month-end close process and tasks,ensureaccurateandtimelyfinancial record-keeping Reporting & Analysis (25%) Prepare monthly financial operations summaries and variance analysis Develop andmaintainweekly liquidity and cash flow reporting for covenant compliance monitoring Create ad hoc financial reports for leadership and stakeholders Support the preparation of materials for PE investors, lenders, and auditors Process Improvement & Controls (15%) Identifyinefficiencies in current processes and recommend solutions Develop and document standard operating procedures for financial workflows Implement controls and segregation of duties frameworks Support finance team integration efforts related to acquisitions Serve as the first point of contact for finance-related operational questions from across the business Skills/Education/Experience: Required Education:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Experience: 2-4 years in accounting or finance operations roles; experience with month-end close processes Technical Skills: Advanced Excelproficiency(pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas) Experience with cloud-based accounting systems (Xero, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or similar) Understanding of GAAP accounting principles Mindset: Exceptional attention to detail with a "trust but verify" approach Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Self-starter who takes initiative without needing constant direction Proactive communicator who surfaces issues/ risksearly and proposes solutions Strongly Preferred CPA: Active CPA license or currently pursuing CPA certification Audit Background: Big 4, national, or regional public accounting firm experience (the ability to think like an auditor—questioning, documenting, andvalidating—is highly valued) Startup/High-Growth Experience: Comfort with ambiguity, changing priorities, and building processes in a dynamic environment Nice to Have Experience supporting financial audits or preparing audit workpapers Familiarity cash flow forecasting Experience in healthcare, SaaS, or multi-entity environments Why This Role Matters: We'rea private equity-backed company at a pivotal moment: transitioning from startup financial operations to institutional-grade finance infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain PEportfolio companyexperience while building something from the ground up. You'llbe joining as we: Complete our first external audit and prepare audited financial statements Implement a new chart of accounts and consolidation model Integratearecent acquisition into unified systems and processes Build robust reporting capabilities for investors and lenders Scale our finance function to support continued business growth What You Gain: Competitive salary of $80,000 to $100,000 annually Comprehensive Benefits Program: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Tax Exempt Student Loan Repayment,and Commuter Benefits A mission-driven work environment committed to a spirit of support, growth, and achievement Performance-based career growth opportunities A front-row seat for the exponential growth of a booming education tech company Work/life balance Equal Opportunity Employer AtAMOpportunities we champion the reality of diversity and the necessity of inclusion and accessibility. We are deeply committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, and to providing our employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment based on disability, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related states), sexual orientation, race, color, social or ethnic origin, religion, age, HIV status, past/present military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Due to the unprecedented situation of COVID-19,AMOpportunitieshas decided to protect our current and future employees by managing our business remotely. This is inclusive of interviewing, onboarding, and each role day to day. Please consider that our roles are hybrid with options to work remotely or in-office following the guidance of local health authorities and the CDC.