Senior Accountant - Topeka, United States - American Oncology Network LLC

Description

Location:
Work At Home


Pay Range:
$67, $133,390.40


Position Summary:

As a key member of the accounting team and monthly close process, the Senior Accountant is responsible for recording routine journal entries and general ledger accounting for assigned areas, including performing balance sheet account reconciliations monthly.

This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting activities for assigned areas and assisting accounting management with projects as requested.

The Senior Accountant also works closely with the finance team during monthly close to review financial activity in general ledger accounts to identify and record correcting entries and reclassifications, where necessary.

Key Performance Areas:
Approach finance and operations with a service-oriented mentality.

Our jobs in accounting and finance are to be a service organization to our operators and our practices, providing timely and accurate financial statements and data that enables our operators and practices to efficiently run our business.

Record daily, weekly, and monthly accounting entries for assigned areas.

Maintain a detailed understanding of assigned areas and subject matter to enable performance of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations as a control over appropriate accounting results.

Proactively seek knowledge of assigned areas by being inquisitive and asking questions. This allows for knowledge growth and expertise in assigned areas.
Take initiative and be a self-starter with a proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement.
Ensure underlying support is present for accounting decisions.
Detail-oriented in nature, double-checking journal entries for accuracy and ensuring appropriate support is maintained.
Is inquisitive. Asks questions of peers and supervisors as much as is necessary to ensure an appropriate understanding of subject matter. No question is a bad question.

Partner with peers in accounting finance, operations, IT, and human resources to obtain answers to questions and the necessary knowledge to be successful in assigned areas.

Proactively participate with the integrations and related teams as requested by accounting management. Help to ensure acquired practices are timely and effectively transitioned.

Skillfully analyze balance sheet accounts and reconciliations to ensure monthly journal entries have been properly recorded and that we have a solid understanding of "what is in our balance sheet accounts as of month-end" as opposed to just a roll forward of general ledger activity.

Assist external auditors with the annual audit, schedule preparation, and assistance as requested.
Assist with preparation of reporting for certain technical accounting matters, including equity transactions and insurance reserves. Deliver timely and accurate accounting entries, footnote disclosures, or other deliverables as required, for areas of responsibility. Interface with external technical resources (actuaries, valuation specialists, accounting consultants).

Assist in the research, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of various technical accounting issues, new accounting pronouncements, and non-traditional accounting alternatives within the GAAP framework.

Display strong written and interpersonal communication skills while being able to communicate ideas effectively and concisely to all levels of employees.

Position Qualifications:

Education :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance


Previous Experience :
Must have 3-4 years in Public accounting serving publicly traded clients or directly for publicly traded companies.

CPA
Physician practice, healthcare experience
M&A experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP & Sarbanes-Oxley.
SAGE preferred.
Expert-demonstrated Microsoft Excel skills

The ideal candidate will have a strong general ledger, and/or public accounting experience, and work through complex problems in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Experience with fast-paced private equity-backed, M&A-oriented business environment and/or public accounting audit environment preferred


Core Capabilities :
Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures

Design – Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem-Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Action Oriented – Seeks to translate financial and operational data into opportunities to improve business performance.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
Strategic Thinking - Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Completes tasks on time or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Technical knowledge of Sage accounting software from the perspective of systems support as well as end-user functionality
Ability to develop financial and operational reports independently from data derived from other sources
Leadership
Knowledge of general accounting processes


Certifications/Licenses :
None


Travel :
None


Standard Work Days/Hours :
M – F, 8:30 am-5:00 pm
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