Senior Accountant
About The Position
Polara Health, a non-profit healthcare organization, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join its finance team. The role oversees accounting operations, ensures accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, and provides financial analysis to support business decisions. The position works collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment and is considered safety-sensitive. The role is performed in an office environment, with travel within the community as needed. It involves extensive use of computers and phones, prolonged sitting, occasional lifting or moving of 5 or more pounds, and responding appropriately to crisis situations by exercising good judgment and following Polara Health protocols. Employment is contingent on background checks required by Polara Health policies; these may include fingerprint clearance, drug testing, criminal and driving history checks, registry searches, employment and education verification, and professional references. Polara Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks and in MS Excel.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 5 or more pounds.
- Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations using good judgment and Polara Health protocols.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Prepare budgets and forecasts and monitor financial performance against them.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
- Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors.
- Mentor and support junior accounting staff.
- Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
