Senior Staff Accountant

JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining accurate and timely financial record, managing the general ledger, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, support audits, and provide detailed reconciliations and financial analysis. This role will also have a strong collaborative component, working closely with Human Resources and our pension and payroll partners (ADP and our pension administrator) to ensure proper accounting and reconciliation of benefit-related transactions. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. • CPA or CMA preferred but not required. • Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience (nonprofit or healthcare industry experience a plus). • Strong knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices. • Proficiency in QuickBooks, ADP, Excel, and related accounting software (McLeod experience a plus). • Proven experience reconciling payroll, benefits, and pension accounts. • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with other departments. • High attention to detail and accuracy. RESPONSIBILITIES: General Accounting and Financial Reporting Maintain and manage all aspects of the general ledger, ensuring entries are accurate and comply with GAAP. Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Perform bank reconciliations, journal entries, and other closing activities. Monitor daily banking activity and make required cash transfers. Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely completion of all related tasks. Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries. Assist in preparing consolidated financial reports and management analysis. Payroll, Pension, and Benefits Reconciliation Work with ADP to reconcile payroll withholdings and employer contributions for the organization's pension plan. • Interface with the pension company to confirm contribution accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Collaborate with Human Resources to address ongoing issues related to health insurance and pension withholdings. • Verify accuracy of payroll-related expense entries and remittances. • Ensure timely submission and reconciliation of 401(k)/pension contributions and related filings. Accounts Payable, Receivable, and Compliance Oversee and perform reconciliations of key A/P and A/R accounts. • Review vendor invoices and ensure timely, accurate payments. • Monitor customer billings and assist in collections when needed. • Support annual 1099 preparation and tax filings in coordination with outside professionals. • Ensure all required state and regulatory filings are completed accurately and on time. • Assist with the annual review of business and health insurance policies. Process Improvement and Internal Support Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and strengthen internal controls. • Work closely with the Controller to implement best practices and streamline workflows. • Support special projects as assigned by the Controller or CFO. For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://caringinc.mitcawm.com/jobs/1259571-337018.html