Senior Accountant

Ascentria Care Alliance; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentria Care Alliance, headquartered in Massachusetts, seeks a Senior Accountant to support the Senior Services division across multiple communities. You will manage financial reporting, reconciliations, billing, HUD requirements, and audits, partnering with administrators to strengthen controls.

The role requires a bachelor's in accounting/finance, 5+ years' experience in nonprofit or healthcare accounting, GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel. CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate across locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Close month-end and year-end activities.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile ledgers and accounts.
• Review results and investigate variances.
• Support consolidated reporting across entities and locations.
• Manage HUD-assisted housing program accounting and reporting.
• Review resident billing and subsidy calculations for accuracy.
• Prepare audits and supporting schedules for financial and regulatory audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and KPIs.
• Collaborate with leaders to improve processes and internal controls.
• Assist with system enhancements and special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA candidate or CPA designation

Tools

PointClickCare

HUD reporting systems

ERP / general ledger software

Job description

Senior Accountant, Senior Services

Location: Corporate Office / Hybrid, with multi-site support as needed

Department: Finance & Accounting

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Senior Director of Senior Services Finance

Make a Difference Through Financial Excellence

Ascentria Care Alliance is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of our Senior Services division. In this role, you will help maintain strong financial practices across multiple senior living communities while supporting our mission and the people we serve.

The Senior Accountant will manage financial reporting, reconciliations, resident and subsidy billing, HUD requirements, audit preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. This role also partners with community administrators and department leaders to strengthen processes, improve accuracy, and support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Complete month-end and year-end close activities
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger, bank, and balance sheet accounts
• Review financial results and investigate budget and prior-period variances
• Support consolidated reporting across multiple entities and locations
• Manage accounting and reporting activities for HUD-assisted housing programs
• Review resident billing and subsidy calculations for accuracy
• Prepare schedules and documentation for financial, HUD, and regulatory audits
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and KPI reporting
• Partner with community and department leaders to improve processes and internal controls
• Support accounting system enhancements and special projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate across multiple locations

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or progress toward certification
• Experience in nonprofit accounting
• Experience in healthcare, senior living, long-term care, or a Continuing Care Retirement Community
• Knowledge of HUD-assisted housing, subsidy billing, and regulatory compliance
• PointClickCare billing experience
• Multi-entity accounting and consolidated financial reporting experience

Why Join Us?

Bring your financial expertise to an organization where your work supports more than accurate reporting. It strengthens the programs, communities, and services that help people thrive. Join a collaborative team committed to accountability, continuous improvement, and mission-driven service.