Job Title: Financial Accountant

Department: Finance & Accounting

Location: Remote

Reports To: Controller

Job Type: Full-time

Are you interested in making an impact? Hospice is a calling, and it takes a special person to serve others. The work we do makes a difference and is rewarding in so many ways.

HospiceServe is looking for a full-time Accountant to join our team!

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries, and ensuring reconciliations of accounts are complete on a timely basis. The Accountant will combine advanced analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to prepare and analyze financial reports and activities. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, organized, has strong time management skills, and meets deadlines.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform month-end close duties, including post monthly entries, complete monthly reconciliations, ensure accruals are accurate, complete monthly checklist.
• Take ownership of financial models and schedules ensuring accurate reporting of monthly results.
• Identify, analyze and interpret data and applies professional concepts, policies and procedures to analyze and resolve routine issues – and proposes solutions for more complex situations.
• Analyze and interpret operational and financial information to assess operating results in terms of performance.
• Identify trends and benchmark the performance against historical trends.
• Analyze the financial implications of proposed transactions, investments, decisions, etc. and quantify financial and operational impacts.
• Identify opportunities for increased efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting through process/procedure improvement and technology.
• Coordinate with appropriate personnel in the resolution of any discrepancies. Escalates more complex issues as necessary to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Support year-end audit with external auditors, including financial records, general ledger, and 401k plan, as appropriate.
• May participate in process reviews and assist with documentation of internal controls to ensure the reliability and accuracy of financial statements.
• Process bill payments/invoices for client, if needed. Maintain vendors and related documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Build stable working relationships internally and provides customer support to leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide Accounting support for acquisitions, including the integration of all acquisitions and related activities, if needed.
• Assist with diverse accounting and analytical projects.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree required
• Preferred Masters Degree (Emphasis on Hospice Management)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 5+ years applying GAAP with progressive financial accounting experience in start-up or healthcare environment
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Technical experience including SQL, PowerBI and in-depth understanding of Excel functions
• System migration experience and demonstrated automation to improve accounting processes.
• Accounts payable, payroll and/or complex accounting desired
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar accounting system(s).
• Start up or private equity experience strongly desired.