Senior Accountant, Outsourced Accounting - Healthcare Industry Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC • Chicago, IL

9d • $77,000 - $104,000 • Remote

About The Position

In this role, you’ll provide assistant controller-level support to healthcare clients, helping them navigate complex financial needs with confidence. This position can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management
• Experience with full cycle accounting in the healthcare industry e.g., physician practice, skilled nursing, hospitals and clinics
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and month-end close processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to project manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial reporting accuracy for assigned clients.
• Assist with complex general ledgers, identifying missing transactions and trends to ensure overall accuracy.
• Guide the review and approval of account classifications.
• Review balance sheets for accuracy and facilitate follow-up.
• Coordinate project tasks to ensure efficient client workflow.
• Prepare and/or review the initial draft of monthly reporting packages, including KPIs/metrics.
• Prepare and finalize month-end close.
• Maintain and update the client procedure manual to ensure appropriate process documentation.
• Prepare and/or review work papers and schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in cross-collaboration with other teams/service lines, as applicable.
• Assist in estimating and managing work assignments of accountants to meet client needs and budget constraints.
• Assist in the development of best practices.

Benefits

• 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans)
• dental and vision coverage
• opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage
• a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution
• well-being incentive
• education & certification assistance
• flexible time off
• family care leave
• parental leave
• family formation benefits
• cell phone reimbursement
• travel rewards
• Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D.

What This Job Offers

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