Accounting Team Leader

Accounting Team LeaderPosition OverviewThe Accounting Team Leader will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead a small team of accounting professionals, and ensure accurate, timely financial and payroll processing. This role requires strong Excel and accounting skills, hands-on ADP payroll experience, and the ability to maintain compliance with applicable regulations. The leader will support month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and work closely with HR and operations to manage employee benefits and payroll-related matters. Experience in healthcare or mental health settings and familiarity with HIPAA and CARF are a plus.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a small accounting team; assign work, review deliverables, and provide performance feedback.Manage full-cycle payroll processing using ADP, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payroll runs, tax filings, and related reporting.Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.Use advanced Excel skills to prepare financial reports, analyze trends, create models, and automate routine processes.Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to maintain accurate general ledger balances.Coordinate with HR to account for employee benefits, deductions, and ensure proper payroll-related accounting treatment.Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and organizational policies; support internal and external audits.Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee and patient financial information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational privacy policies (if applicable).Support budgeting and forecasting activities and provide actionable financial insights to leadership.Assist with CARF or other accreditation-related financial documentation and requests when applicable.Implement and improve accounting processes, controls, and workflow to increase efficiency and reduce risk.QualificationsBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; CPA or commensurate years of experience in similar office setting.Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.Demonstrated proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros or basic VBA is a plus).Strong hands-on experience with ADP and full-cycle payroll processing.Solid understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close procedures.Proven ability to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.Experience with payroll tax filings and compliance requirements.Excellent interpersonal skills and experience collaborating with HR and operations teams.Nice to have: experience in healthcare or mental health organizations, knowledge of employee benefits accounting, familiarity with HIPAA requirements, experience with account reconciliations in healthcare settings, and exposure to CARF accreditation processes.BenefitsCompetitive salary401k w/3% employer contribution and 2% match (5% match max)Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)4 day, 36 hour work week 3 day weekendsPTOPaid holidaysMuch more!