Accounting Manager

Shields Health; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Accounting Manager based in Quincy, MA. This hybrid position involves managing month-end close processes for multiple legal entities, overseeing accounts payable and payroll, and supporting financial reporting and audit tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA certification, and a minimum of five years of relevant accounting experience. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the full month-end close cycle.
• Perform balance sheet, cash flow, and P&L variance analysis.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Payroll teams.

Skills

GAAP mastery

Financial reporting

Multi-entity accounting

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA

Tools

Sage/AccPac

Job description

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing core accounting operations, including month‑end and year‑end closing, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit and tax support. This role partners closely with the Director of Finance and cross‑functional leaders on special projects, process improvements, and new business initiatives. The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, multi‑entity healthcare environment.

This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Quincy, MA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and support the full month‑end close cycle for approximately thirty‑five legal entities, including preparation of internal reporting packages.
• Record and analyze monthly revenue and cost allocations.
• Perform monthly balance sheet, cash flow, and P&L variance analysis to ensure accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee and manage the month‑end close process and calendar.
• Manage the daily activities of the Accounts Payable and Payroll teams.
• Prepare and review monthly partner reporting packages.
• Collaborate across the Shields network to gather financial data required for close and reporting.
• Prepare year‑end schedules and work papers to support tax filings and external audits.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of close and reporting activities.
• Support the budgeting process and partner with the FP&A team.
• Respond to ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as requested.

Technical Accounting Expertise

Demonstrated mastery of GAAP, financial reporting, and multi‑entity accounting, with the ability to research and resolve complex accounting issues.

Leadership and People Development

Ability to lead, mentor, and develop staff accountants and shared service teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Operational Excellence

Strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency in financial close and reporting processes, with a proactive approach to process optimization.

Analytical and Critical Thinking

Ability to analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and translate data into clear insights for leadership decision‑making.

Collaboration and Influence

Effective partner across finance, operations, and clinical teams, with the ability to gather information, align stakeholders, and drive results without direct authority.

Organization and Prioritization

Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a high‑volume environment.

Communication

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to both finance and non‑finance audiences.

Adaptability and Change Management

Comfort operating in a dynamic environment, embracing change, and supporting evolving business needs and system enhancements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• CPA required.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Multi‑entity accounting experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Proficiency with accounting systems; experience with Sage/AccPac preferred.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift to twenty‑five pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay Range

Pay range for this position is $70,000-$132,000 + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.