Accountant II

Specialty1 Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners, a multi-location dental practice support organization, is seeking an Accountant II to support daily accounting operations across several entities. You will post journal entries, perform reconciliations, and assist with monthly closes while ensuring GAAP compliance and data accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of accounting experience in healthcare or multi-entity settings, with strong Excel and ERP familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field required.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience; healthcare or multi-entity environment preferred.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct or other ERP systems.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas).
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close for multiple dental practices/entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and intercompany items.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations; resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Review P&L results and investigate material fluctuations for accuracy.
• Maintain general ledger; assist in financial statements and internal reports.
• Reconcile A/P and A/R with GL entries and assist in audits as needed.
• Collaborate with operations to gather data for accurate financial reporting.
• Help improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Job description

The Accountant II is responsible for supporting the financial operations of a multi-entity organization. This role plays a key part in day-to-day accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and monthly close processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in a multi-location or healthcare setting, with strong attention to detail and a working knowledge of GAAP.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for multiple dental practices/entities, consistently meeting established deadlines.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, amortizations, and intercompany transactions.
• Perform balance sheet and bank account reconciliations, investigating and resolving reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Review and analyze monthly P&L results, researching significant fluctuations and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.
• Support general ledger maintenance and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and internal reports.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable balances with general ledger entries.
• Collaborate with operational teams to collect data and ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist in developing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and efficiencies.
• Maintain organized and complete documentation supporting all accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Perform other accounting and financial reporting duties and special projects as assigned.
• Support external audits by preparing requested schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy, proper account coding, department allocations, and supporting documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience; experience in a healthcare or multi-entity environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or other ERP systems).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
• Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume accounting environment preferred.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial records across multiple dental practice entities.
• Ensure all journal entries, reconciliations, and reports are delivered on schedule.
• Consistently meet month-end and quarter-end close deadlines.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations monthly, ensuring timely resolution of variances or discrepancies.
• Work with operations, billing, payroll, and accounts payable teams to gather accurate data and support integrated financial reporting.
• Follow internal controls and accounting policies.
• Assist in refining and documenting accounting processes for scalability and audit readiness.
• Stay current with accounting standards, particularly in healthcare-related areas.
• Demonstrate initiative and readiness for expanded responsibilities over time.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to reach overhead as needed.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to maintain attention to detail for extended periods.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, if required.

About Us

Specialty1 Partners is a practice services organization committed to providing non-clinical, business support services to the nation\'s leading specialty dental practices. The company was founded in 2019 and has grown to support a network of practices across multiple locations.

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