Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

891 Erickson Senior Living, LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity & inclusion

Medical/dental/vision

Hybrid schedule with remote days

401k with match

Onsite health centers

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting team. You will prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for the company and its affiliates, and support training for staff.

You will lead the annual audit, ensure GAAP compliance, and perform analyses to support reporting decisions. A CPA or CPA candidacy is required, with strong internal controls knowledge and public accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience with a minimum of two years in public accounting.
• Experience applying US GAAP-based technical accounting standards.
• Licensed CPA or CPA candidate.
• Knowledge of assessing internal controls over financial reporting is a plus.
• Experience with real estate development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages for management, investors, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Lead the annual audit process, including the preparation and issuance of audited financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, debt covenant requirements, and financial reporting regulations through technical accounting research, disclosure reviews, and risk assessments.
• Perform financial analyses, including variance analysis and evaluation of significant transactions, to support accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
• Develop, document, and enhance financial reporting processes and internal controls to strengthen compliance, operational efficiency, and reporting accuracy.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Public accounting experience

Financial analysis

Internal controls awareness

Education

Licensed CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Workiva

Job description

Location: Erickson Senior Living

At Erickson Senior Living, we're redefining what senior living can be. As one of the nation's most respected providers of continuing care retirement communities, we offer team members the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building rewarding careers in a mission-driven organization known for operational excellence, innovation, and growth. Join a team that is dedicated to helping people live better lives while shaping the future of senior living. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting team. In this key role, you will be responsible for the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements of the Company, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

The Senior Accountant will be an emerging leader who will support other staff members in their training and development, including reviewing their work for necessary corrections or revisions. The Senior Accountant will develop strong working relationships that will support effective communication and accuracy, with a focus on customer service and delivery due dates.

What we offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• Work-life balance through vacation, Health & Wellness hours, and company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law; and a 2 remote days hybrid schedule
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones

Compensation: $95,000 - 105,000 per year plus eligibility for annual bonus.

What you will make an impact

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages for management, investors, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Lead the annual audit process, including the preparation and issuance of audited financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, debt covenant requirements, and financial reporting regulations through technical accounting research, disclosure reviews, and risk assessments.
• Perform financial analyses, including variance analysis and evaluation of significant transactions, to support accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
• Develop, document, and enhance financial reporting processes and internal controls to strengthen compliance, operational efficiency, and reporting accuracy.

What you will need

• Five (5) or more years of experience with a minimum of two (2) years working in public accounting as an auditor or consultant providing attest and/or financial reporting related services.
• Experience applying US GAAP-based technical accounting standards.
• Licensed CPA or a CPA candidate.
• Knowledge of assessing internal controls over financial reporting is a plus.
• Previous experience with real estate development is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or other general ledger system is a plus; experience with Workiva is a plus

Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Erickson Senior Living is one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care with a growing, national network of communities. We help people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission - helping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career.

Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more.

Come see why we're among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.