Senior Accountant

OrthoAtlanta, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoAtlanta, LLC, a leading physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine practice in Georgia, seeks a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. The role supports month-end close, audits, cash management, and general accounting across multiple locations to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excels in analytics, collaboration, and process improvement, including Excel proficiency and effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in healthcare or multi-location orgs.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• Experience with month-end close, audits, fixed assets, and cash reconciliations.
• Analytical mindset with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and data analysis ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform daily and monthly cash reconciliations across multiple bank accounts.
• Manage fixed asset records, capitalization, depreciation, additions, disposals, and inventory.
• Support annual financial statement audits and other external audits with schedules and documentation.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable and ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze financial data, identify variances, and propose corrective actions.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvements.
• Mentor junior accounting staff as needed.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Become part of OrthoAtlanta, one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine practice in Georgia and contribute to our mission of providing comprehensive orthopedic care. At OrthoAtlanta, you'll be an integral member of a dedicated team of Healthcare Professionals committed to enhancing our patients' quality of life. We offer diverse career paths for talented individuals seeking professional growth and development within a supportive and rewarding work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. Our orthopedic practice requires a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location healthcare environment. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial reporting process while supporting month-end close, audit activities, cash management, and general accounting functions.

The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, and capable of working independently while partnering effectively with colleagues across departments to identify solutions and improve processes.

• Lead and participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Perform daily and monthly cash reconciliations across multiple bank accounts.
• Manage and maintain the company's fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, additions, disposals, and periodic inventory.
• Support the annual financial statement audit and other external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends or variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operational leaders and finance team members to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiencies.
• Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in healthcare, physician practice management, or a multi-location organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Month-end and year-end close
• Audit preparation and support
• Fixed asset accounting
• Cash reconciliations
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing in a collaborative team environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.