Accounting Manager

First Choice Dental; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Dental in Madison, WI is seeking an Accounting Manager for a full-time, hybrid role with possible part-time remote work. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, the general ledger, financial statements, and journal entries for accuracy.

You will monitor fixed assets, support budgeting and forecasting, provide financial analysis, and ensure timely reporting with strong internal controls across multiple clinics. Collaboration with leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong financial reporting skills, including preparation and review of Financial Statements and related disclosures.
• Proficiency in core accounting activities, including Journal Entries and management of Fixed Assets.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making.
• Solid understanding of Finance principles, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA is a plus.
• Experience in managing or leading accounting functions, preferably in healthcare, dental, or multi-location practice environments.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel, including reconciliations and financial modeling.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across clinical and administrative teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site responsibilities in Madison, WI with remote work.

Responsibilities

• This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, including managing the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and reviewing journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
• The Accounting Manager monitors fixed assets, supports budgeting and forecasting activities, and provides financial analysis to guide business decisions.
• This role collaborates with leadership and clinic managers to ensure timely reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and effective internal controls.
• The Accounting Manager also leads or supports process improvements, assists with audits, and may provide guidance to accounting team members.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA a plus

Tools

General Ledger software

Fixed assets software

Job description

Company Description First Choice Dental is a Madison-based group practice with modern, state-of-the-art clinics located throughout Dane, Rock, and Milwaukee areas.

First Choice Dental and its doctors are regularly recognized as Top Dentists and have earned multiple local honors, including Best of Madison, People's Choice Awards, Brava Magazine's Raves & Faves, and Persona Influential Faces of the Greater Madison Area. Team members join a respected organization committed to high-quality patient care and professional excellence.

Role Description The Accounting Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Madison, WI, with flexibility for part-time work from home.

• This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, including managing the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and reviewing journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
• The Accounting Manager monitors fixed assets, supports budgeting and forecasting activities, and provides financial analysis to guide business decisions.
• This role collaborates with leadership and clinic managers to ensure timely reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and effective internal controls.
• The Accounting Manager also leads or supports process improvements, assists with audits, and may provide guidance to accounting team members.

Qualifications

• Strong financial reporting skills, including preparation and review of Financial Statements and related disclosures.
• Proficiency in core accounting activities, including Journal Entries (Accounting) and management of Fixed Assets.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making.
• Solid understanding of Finance principles, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.
• Experience in managing or leading accounting functions, preferably in healthcare, dental, or multi-location practice environments.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel, including reconciliations and financial modeling.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across clinical and administrative teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site responsibilities in Madison, WI with remote work.