Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting through general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset processes, and works closely with the Accounting Manager and cross-functional partners to maintain strong internal controls.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and review the monthly close process to ensure timely, accurate, and valid financial information.
• Manage the general ledger and trial balance.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, analyses, and supporting work papers.
• Support the invoice creation and distribution process.
• Prepare and analyze journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze and interpret financial information to provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Review and improve accounting policies, procedures, and processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist with external audits and tax engagements, ensuring timely and accurate submission of required documents.
• Assist with multi-state sales tax returns, state income tax filings, and other state reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies, enhance processes, and strengthen teamwork.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current practices and recommending changes.

Education & Experience

• 2-4 years of accounting experience
• Experience with Sage Intacct (preferred)
• Experience in a private equity-backed business (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookups
• Experience in a healthcare or healthcare-related organization (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA designation or desire to obtain strongly preferred

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and double-entry accounting principles
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, highly detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships
• Ability to communicate accounting matters clearly to appropriate staff
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines