Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the organization’s financial reporting. This position is responsible for leading key components of the month-end close process, maintaining general ledger integrity, and supporting financial analysis across a multi-entity environment.

The Senior Accountant serves as a subject matter expert in accounting operations, supports audit readiness, and partners cross-functionally to drive financial discipline and operational efficiency

📍 Syracuse, NY | Hybrid (4 days in / 1 remote)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Close & General Ledger

• Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy of general ledger activity across multiple entities or locations
• Analyze and resolve reconciliation discrepancies and variances

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to Finance and Operations leadership
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Assist in developing financial reporting packages for leadership and/or private equity stakeholders

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and support external and internal audits
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation standards

Operational & Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with departments (Operations, Revenue Cycle, HR, etc.) to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support revenue recognition, expense tracking, and cost allocations
• Assist with multi-site or multi-entity accounting structures

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Mentor and provide guidance to Staff Accountants or junior team members
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support system implementations or enhancements (ERP, reporting tools)
• IT Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline or equivalent professional experience is required.
• CPA, strongly preferred

Experience:

• 4 years progressive accounting experience
• Experience in a high-growth healthcare or multi-entity organization, preferred
• Proficiency in Excel including pivot tables, formulas, and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, Oracle, Workday, or similar).

Performance Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism with confidential financial information.
• High accountability and performance orientation