Senior Accountant

pennant; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package (medical, dental

Vision and 401(k) with match

Paid time off, holiday pay, and career

Professional development

Job summary

Pennant Services in the United States seeks a Senior Accountant to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records. You will manage fixed assets, prepaid expenses, reconciliations, journal entries, and support timely month-end close.

You will prepare financial reports in accordance with GAAP and SOX, collaborate with AP/AR/Payroll, support internal controls, and assist with special projects. The role offers full benefits and opportunities to improve accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, or equivalent accounting experience.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience with fixed assets, prepaid expenses, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting: Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain asset records, review capital expenditures, record additions/disposals, and calculate depreciation.
• Prepaid Expenses: Maintain schedules, record amortization, and ensure expenses are recognized in the correct periods.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare/analyze reports, ensure GAAP/SOX compliance and company policies.
• Account Reconciliations: Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Internal Controls: Support controls, respond to audits, and improve accounting processes.
• Accounting Support: Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, and other departments to resolve issues.
• Special Projects: Assist with process improvements and system initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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.