Senior Accountant

National Health Care Associates•Valley Stream, NY

About The Position

As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing various accounting functions, managing financial reporting, and implementing effective internal controls. Your work will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and stability of our operations. If you’re passionate about playing a critical role in ensuring the financial health and stability of our operations, in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Senior Accountant. As part of National Health Care, our team enjoys: Competitive compensation and benefits package Comprehensive training and mentorship Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive and collaborative work environment The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the healthcare or long-term care industry
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw actionable insights
Proven leadership abilities with experience in supervising and mentoring junior accounting staff

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and payroll processing
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards
Conduct variance analysis and provide insightful recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency
Lead the annual budgeting process and collaborate with departmental managers to develop accurate forecasts and projections
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, including Medicare and Medicaid billing regulations
Assist in special projects and initiatives as directed by the CFO or senior management team
Workday FDM experience