Senior Accountant

Who We Are:

Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year.

Our Mission:
Liberation Programs' mission is to empower people and their families to be free of the disease of addiction by providing targeted solutions that restore lives and strengthen our community

Job Purpose/Function: (the main contribution of the function to the total organization)

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing revenue recognition, financial analysis, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable federal and state requirements. 

This position will play a key role in supporting month-end close, maintaining integrity of financial data, analyzing revenue trends, and ensuring timely submission of reports to funders, grant agencies, Medicaid, Medicare, and other regulatory bodies.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Revenue Recognition & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and maintain monthly revenue recognition schedules in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Analyze revenue activity from Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, grants, contracts, and other funding sources.
• Reconcile billing system activity to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to revenue and accounts receivable.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor deferred revenue, accrued revenue, contractual adjustments, and allowance methodologies.
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.

Analysis & Reconciliation

• Perform detailed analysis of accounts receivable, cash collections, denials, adjustments, and aging trends.
• Reconcile revenue, receivable, and cash balances between billing systems and accounting records.
• Identify variances, trends, and operational issues impacting reimbursement and financial performance.
• Collaborate with revenue cycle and operational departments to resolve reconciliation and reporting issues.
• Develop and maintain supporting documentation for audits and compliance reviews.

Regulatory & Funder Reporting

• Prepare and coordinate timely submission of regulatory, grant, and funder reports, including state and federal reporting requirements.
• Assist with preparation of Medicaid, Medicare, and other reimbursement-related reports and surveys.
• Maintain reporting calendars to ensure compliance with all filing deadlines.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information submitted to funders and regulatory agencies.
• Support annual audits, single audits, cost reports, and financial reviews by external auditors and agencies.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Maintain strong internal controls over revenue recognition and reporting processes.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Assist in development and documentation of accounting procedures and workflows.
• Support implementation and optimization of financial and billing systems.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of Board and Finance Committee reporting materials.
• Provide support for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed.
• Participate in special projects and organizational initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit healthcare, behavioral health, or human services.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting principles, and revenue recognition standards.
• Experience with Medicaid, Medicare, grants, and third-party reimbursement preferred.
• Experience preparing regulatory and funder reporting.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in behavioral health, mental health, substance use treatment, or nonprofit healthcare organizations.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) and billing systems.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Dependent Care, Parking and Transit
• 401K with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness Participant
• Supportive Work Environment