Senior Accountant

The Remedy•Vadnais Heights, MN

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is a senior-level position responsible for managing complex accounting tasks, overseeing month-end and year-end closing activities, and providing financial insights for strategic decision-making within the healthcare practice. This role requires advanced accounting knowledge, the ability to lead process improvements, and a high level of analytical skills to interpret financial data. The Senior Accountant will work closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 1 year in a senior accounting role, ideally within a healthcare or regulated industry.
Strong understanding of GAAP, with experience in financial reporting, audit coordination, and compliance.
Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, financial modeling, and automation of reports).
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven time management and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial information clearly to senior leaders.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance a plus.
Advanced certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, MBA) a plus.
Experience in QuickBooks accounting software preferred.
Experience in healthcare finance and familiarity with healthcare-specific regulations and compliance standards.
Experience in forecasting and budgeting and/or other financial planning & analysis work preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing and approving complex journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and resolving any discrepancies.
Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of the general ledger and the chart of accounts, ensuring consistency and compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
Provide guidance to junior accountants on account reconciliation and problem-solving.
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including variance analysis and trend reports to support management in strategic decision-making.
Compile data and insights for executive summaries and presentations for senior leadership.
Contribute to the annual budgeting process, including forecasting and collaborating with department heads on budget planning.
Review aging reports, optimize cash flow management, and implement improvements in billing and collection processes.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, healthcare regulations, and internal financial policies.
Prepare documentation for and coordinate internal and external audits, providing responses to inquiries and ensuring that findings are resolved.
Establish, evaluate, and improve internal controls and procedures to enhance accuracy and safeguard assets.