Senior Accountant

Astera Health; Wadena (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Wellness program

Job summary

Astera Health is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. The role focuses on applying accounting principles to analyze financial information, prepare accurate financial reports, and maintain strong internal controls.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of experience managing financial systems, budgets, and audits. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with a comprehensive benefits package and strong emphasis on work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and auditing practices and principles.
• 3+ years’ experience in management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare monthly financial statements.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes.
• Develop departmental procedure manuals and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor revenues and expenses and perform variance analysis.

Skills

GAAP

Auditing

Financial reporting

Budget analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our finance team is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant! The schedule is Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30 pm.Astera Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and retirement. We also support work-life balance through benefits such as paid time off, short and long-term disability and our employee wellness initiative.Job Summary/Success in this role looks like:The primary function of this position is to be responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.Essential Duties:Supports the mission of Astera Health through personal conduct and behaviors that contribute ideas and suggestions, is helpful and friendly, demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality, and adheres to organizational policies and rules.Be a role model of Astera Health culture and core values.Compile and analyze financial information to prepare monthly financial statements.Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.Responsible for ensuring all financial reporting deadlines are met and reports are completed accurately.Prepare financial management reports.Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes.Assist in the development of departmental procedure manual while suggesting areas for improvement.Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.Analyzes financial and performance data to identify trends, patterns, and root causes.Continuous management and support of departmental budget analysis.Conducts quantitative and/or qualitative analyses of performance and helps identify and prioritize improvement opportunitiesOversee accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.Become ERP subject matter expert and help identify areas where technical solutions would improve business performance.Monitor, recommend, and implement improvements to current methodologies and practices.Astera Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in AccountingKnowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing practices and principles.3+ years’ experience in management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, and auditing.Or combined years of relevant education and experience to perform the essential duties of this position.