Accountant II

Specialty1 Partners•Houston, TX

8h•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant II supports financial operations across a multi-entity organization and handles day-to-day accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and monthly close processes. The role supports multiple dental practices and requires accurate, timely, GAAP-compliant records and reporting. Experience in a healthcare or multi-location setting is preferred. The Accountant II assists with close processes, financial statements, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, audit support, and process improvements. The position works with operational teams—including billing, payroll, and accounts payable—to gather accurate data and support integrated financial reporting. It also contributes to internal controls, documentation, and audit readiness, with the opportunity to take on expanded responsibilities over time. This is an in-person position in Houston, Texas. Specialty1 Partners provides non-clinical business support to specialty dental practices and has more than 220 locations across 28 states.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
2–5 years of accounting experience.
Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or other ERP systems.
Strong understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and formulas.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
Team-oriented approach and willingness to learn and grow within the role.
Ability to meet month-end and quarter-end close deadlines and deliver accurate work on schedule.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail for extended periods.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, if required.
Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods, reach overhead as needed, lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed, and operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare or multi-entity environment.
Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume accounting environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for multiple dental practices and entities, meeting established deadlines.
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, amortizations, and intercompany transactions.
Perform balance sheet and bank account reconciliations, investigating and resolving reconciling items promptly.
Review and analyze monthly P&L results, research significant fluctuations, and verify transaction accuracy.
Maintain the general ledger and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Assist in preparing financial statements and internal reports.
Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable balances with general ledger entries.
Collaborate with operational teams to collect data and ensure financial accuracy.
Assist in developing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and efficiencies.
Maintain organized, complete documentation supporting accounting entries and reconciliations.
Perform other accounting and financial reporting duties and special projects as assigned.
Support external audits by preparing requested schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
Review financial transactions for accuracy, proper account coding, department allocations, and supporting documentation.
Review work thoroughly before submission and maintain accurate, GAAP-compliant financial records across multiple entities.
Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances or discrepancies in a timely manner.
Work with operations, billing, payroll, and accounts payable teams to gather accurate data and support integrated financial reporting.
Follow internal controls and accounting policies, and help refine and document processes for scalability and audit readiness.
Stay current with accounting standards, particularly in healthcare-related areas.