Senior Accountant

swipejobs; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Accountant responsible for general accounting functions for their Behavioral Health Service Line. This role entails maintaining ledgers, preparing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, 3-7 years of experience, and strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Attention to detail and excellent communication are essential. A Monday to Friday schedule with some weekend work may apply.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in financial accounting, finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain direct accounting responsibility for Behavioral Health ledgers.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Review and process Accounts Payable transactions.
• Prepare tax work papers and audit documentation.
• Monitor shared inboxes and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain daily reporting systems with accuracy.
• Safeguard privileged and proprietary information.
• Adhere to the organization’s Code of Conduct.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel

Ability to navigate financial and analytical reporting systems

Strong analytical skills

Strong planning and multi-tasking abilities

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

High attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university

Job description

Overview

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for general accounting functions for the Behavioral Health Service Line, including processing and preparing accounting data, as well as formulating and analyzing a variety of financial and operational reports. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across teams while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 hours/day (some weekend work may be required during month-end close)

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain direct accounting responsibility for Behavioral Health ledgers, including monthly journal entries, analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations with full supporting documentation.
• Review and process Accounts Payable transactions, including referral source check requests.
• Prepare tax work papers, cost reports, and audit documentation.
• Monitor shared inboxes and respond promptly to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain daily reporting systems with accuracy and consistency.
• Safeguard privileged and proprietary information against unauthorized disclosure.
• Adhere to the organization’s Code of Conduct, Mission, and Value Statement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university.

Experience:

• 3–7 years of experience in financial accounting, finance, or a related field.

Skills & Special Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Ability to navigate financial and analytical reporting systems.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret descriptive statistics and examine documents/reports for accuracy.
• Strong planning and multi-tasking abilities with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal teams and external parties.
• High attention to detail with the ability to reconcile figures and ensure accuracy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Customer Service: Builds and maintains long-term customer relationships based on trust and respect.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works effectively with colleagues and external partners.
• Organizational Knowledge: Demonstrates understanding of policies, procedures, and systems.