Accounting Senior Manager
About The Position
The Senior Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls within a mission-driven healthcare organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys owning day-to-day accounting operations while strengthening systems and processes in a collaborative, in-person environment. The Senior Manager plays a key role in supporting financial decision-making through high-quality financial data and analysis and partners closely with executive and operational leaders. This position offers strong visibility and the opportunity to grow in scope as the organization continues to scale, while maintaining a stable schedule and a practical, team-oriented approach to leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership in a healthcare or similarly regulated environment.
- Experience with forecasting and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence key decision-makers.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (experience with QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms preferred).
Nice To Haves
- CPA or MBA a plus, but strong hands-on accounting leadership is equally valued.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, CMS, and applicable state and federal healthcare regulations
- Develop, maintain, and enhance internal controls
- Support internal and external audits and manage auditor relationships
- Lead, mentor, and support a small, experienced Accounting team in a well-established organization
- Partner with the CEO and department leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Provide financial insights, variance analysis, and recommendations to support decision-making
- Evaluate and improve accounting processes and workflows
- Support system optimization and reporting enhancements
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
- Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
- Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
