Senior Healthcare Accountant

Peak Performance Physical Therapy, PLC • Lansing, MI

9d

About The Position

We're looking for a business-minded leader who wants to own the financial health of a growing organization. As our Healthcare Accountant, you'll lead the accounting function, oversee key revenue cycle operations, and provide the financial insights that help leadership make smart decisions. You'll manage everything from month-end close and payroll to financial reporting and compliance while developing a high-performing Billing and Authorization team. If you're someone who enjoys improving processes, solving problems, and turning financial data into business decisions, you'll thrive here.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Healthcare accounting experience required.
• Experience leading month-end close, payroll, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls.
• Leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop employees.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with healthcare billing, revenue cycle management, EMRs, and practice management software is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close, account reconciliations, payroll, banking, and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls.
• Deliver timely, reliable financial information that supports business decisions.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen financial performance.
• Develop systems and processes that allow the organization to scale.
• Coach and develop the Billing Specialist and Authorization Specialist.
• Improve collections, reimbursement performance, and revenue cycle efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and proactively solve issues before they impact the business.
• Manage tax filings, payroll compliance, annual filings, and financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and healthcare regulations.
• Support audits and strengthen internal financial controls.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience, with opportunities for growth as the organization continues to expand.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior