Senior Accountant

This is a dynamic and pivotal role that drives financial activities and ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting principles and regulations. The Accounting Manager will play a key part in managing financial activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting principles and regulations.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be working in a fast-paced environment where you will be relied upon for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. As an integral member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage general accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings.
• Includes consolidation of international subsidiary.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Work closely with Revenue Cycle Management team to ensure appropriate revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and healthcare billing standards.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data to produce financial reports and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
• Support laboratory operations with financial insights into test profitability, supply costs, and staffing expenses.
• Implement and monitor internal controls.
• Train and supervise accounting staff; delegate responsibilities and ensure performance standards are met.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the clinical laboratory industry.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial principles, and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience with billing and collection software preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and generate actionable insights.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present financial information to diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality is critical.
• Experience with ERP system implementations preferred.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.