Senior Accountant

Talentify; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, handling fixed assets, prepaid expenses, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.

You will prepare reports in GAAP and SOX compliance, support internal controls, collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, and other departments, and assist with special projects and system initiatives. The role supports timely month-end close, contributes to process improvements, and helps maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for month-end close.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation calculations.
• Manage prepaid expenses schedules and amortization.
• Prepare financial reports in compliance with GAAP and SOX.
• Support internal controls and respond to audit requests.
• Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll and other departments on accounting issues.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and system initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records. This position is responsible for assigned accounting functions, including fixed assets, prepaid expenses, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting, while supporting timely and accurate month-end close activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• General Accounting: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed asset records, review capital expenditures for proper classification, record additions and disposals, and calculate depreciation.
• Prepaid Expenses: Maintain prepaid expense schedules, record amortization, and ensure expenses are recognized in the appropriate accounting periods.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare and analyze financial reports and ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and company policies.
• Account Reconciliations: Perform reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Internal Controls: Support internal controls, audit requests, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.
• Accounting Support: Work with AP, AR, Payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and provide support as needed.
• Special Projects: Assist with accounting projects, process improvements, system initiatives, and other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent accounting experience.
• Experience: 3+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred. Experience with fixed assets, prepaid expenses, reconciliations, and month-end close is preferred. Healthcare experience a plus.
• Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP, general accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with Finance and operational teams.
• Work Ethic: Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

Why Join Us?

Something else that sets us apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resources – our people! We are dedicated to living out our culture as defined by our core values, “CAPLICO”:

• Customer Second – We prioritize and support our team so they can deliver exceptional care.
• Accountability – Own your work and outcomes.
• Passion for Learning – Grow continuously with curiosity and culture.
• Love One Another – Build authentic, respectful, and trusting relationships.
• Intelligent Risk Taking – Innovate and challenge the status quo.
• Celebrate – Recognize the small wins, they add up!
• Ownership – Be the CEO of your role.

Additional Benefits

• True Work-Life balance – We believe in taking care of yourself before you take care of others!
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match)
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and professional development
• Your voice matters! - Work with other passionate and high-achieving leaders who care deeply about patient outcomes and team success.

About Pennant Services

We support over 250 home health, hospice, senior living, and home care operations across 19 states. Our Service Center model empowers local leadership while providing centralized clinical, legal, HR, IT, and compliance support to help ensure high-quality care.

www.pennantgroup.com

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.