Accounting Manager

Peak Performance Physical Therapy, PLC; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Performance Physical Therapy, PLC is seeking a qualified accounting professional to manage financial accounting, payroll administration, and revenue cycle leadership in a full-time, in-office role in Lansing, MI. The candidate will supervise the Billing Specialist, oversee billing operations, and ensure compliance with GAAP.

The position requires leadership, strong communication, and a focus on internal controls, with collaboration across HR and administrative leaders to optimize financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience managing month-end close processes.
• Experience processing payroll.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the organization’s general ledger and accounting records.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and month-end close procedures.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with monthly/annual financial statements and management reports.

Skills

Financial accounting

GAAP

Excel

Accounting software

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Problem solving

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

EMR software

Practice management software

Payroll software

Job description

Essential Functions

Financial Accounting

• Maintain the organization’s general ledger and accounting records.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and complete month-end close procedures.
• Maintainaccuratefinancial records and supporting documentation.
• Assistwith the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Support annual financial reviews and external accounting or audit activities.
• Monitor cash flow andmaintainaccuratecash management records.
• Prepare bank deposits and reconcile cash transactions.
• Develop andmaintainaccounting procedures and internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Payroll Administration

• Collaborate with Human Resources to process payroll accuratelyandtimely.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate payroll tax reporting and ensure compliance with payroll regulationswith support of the outside accounting firm.
• Collaborate with Human Resources regarding payroll-related changes and employee compensation matters.

Revenue Cycle Leadership

• Directly supervise theBilling Specialist.
• Oversee daily billing operations, insurance authorization processes, and patient account activities.
• Monitoraccountsreceivable, reimbursement trends, claim denials, and aging reports.
• Ensuretimelysubmission of claims and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of patient statements.
• Partner with clinical and administrative leaders to resolve billing, authorization, and reimbursement issues.
• Develop and implement process improvements that enhance revenue cycle performance and operational efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report performance trends to leadership.

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly tax payments.
• Complete annual corporate filings andrequiredgovernmental reportswith supportofthe outside accounting firm.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local accounting, payroll, and tax regulations.
• Maintain financial recordsin accordance withcompany policies and record retention requirements.
• Support compliance with internal financial controls and audit requirements.

Leadership & Organizational Support

• Support CFO in development of yearly budget and financial planning initiatives.
• Identifyopportunities to improve accounting workflows, financial reporting, and operational efficiencies.
• Assistwith financial analysis and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directly supervises the Billing Specialist andis responsible for:

• Assigning and monitoring work.
• Training, coaching, and developing staff.
• Conducting performance evaluations.
• Addressing performance concerns andparticipatingin corrective action as needed.
• Fostering an accountable, collaborative, and service-oriented work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, ora relatedfield.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience managing month-end close processes.
• Experience processing payroll.
• Strong understanding ofgenerally acceptedaccounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience with financial reporting and account reconciliations.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience overseeing healthcare billing and revenue cycle operations.
• Experience working with electronic medicalrecord(EMR), practice management, payroll, and accounting software.
• Healthcare accounting experiencerequired.
• Supervisory or management experience.

Competencies

• Financial Acumen
• Leadership and People Management
• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Integrity and Ethics
• Time Management
• Effective Communication
• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement

Work Environment

This positionoperatesin a professional office environment and requires regular use of computers, telephones, printers, and other standard office equipment. This is a full-time, in-office position.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employeeis regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Frequentlyoperatea computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate effectively with employees, patients, vendors, and business partners.
• Occasionally move files, office supplies, or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.

Other Duties

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, to meet the business needs of the organization.

Peak Performance Physical Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect andprovidedequal employment opportunities.