Senior Staff Accountant

NeuLife; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

NeuLife Rehabilitation is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to independently manage complex general ledger activities and lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. The role supports accurate financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and drives improvements in accounting processes across the organization.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience (GL, reconciliations, close), strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Four+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including GL, reconciliations, and close responsibilities.
• CPA or CPA-eligible status preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and GL accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting systems or process improvements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned general ledger activities and ensure accurate, timely transactions with supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, accruals, allocations, and adjusting entries per GAAP and procedures.
• Own bank, balance sheet, and GL reconciliations; investigate variances and resolve discrepancies.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes; coordinate deadlines and deliverables.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and schedules; identify variances for leadership.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with historical analysis and variance evaluation.
• Oversee or perform AP, AR, cash, fixed assets, accruals, and related processes; resolve issues.
• Coordinate internal and external audits; prepare documentation and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate tax filings and regulatory reports; maintain documentation and schedules.
• Maintain internal controls and procedures; identify risks and implement improvements.
• Evaluate accounting processes and system functionality for accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide accounting guidance to Finance and other departments; review work as needed.
• Collaborate across departments to resolve transactions and communicate requirements.
• Maintain proficiency with accounting systems and Excel.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Excel proficiency

Multi-entity accounting

Independently motivated

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA-eligible preferred

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

NeuLife Rehabilitation provides rehabilitation and residential services for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Spinal Cord Injuries, and Neurological Disorders.

Summary

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for independently managing complex accounting activities and supporting accurate, timely financial reporting across the organization. This role owns assigned general ledger and close processes, prepares and analyzes financial information, resolves complex accounting issues, strengthens internal controls, and drives improvements in accounting processes. The Senior Staff Accountant also serves as a resource to the Finance team and business partners while escalating significant or unusual matters to Finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned general ledger activities and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, accruals, allocations, and adjusting entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and organizational procedures.
• Own assigned bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations; investigate variances, resolve discrepancies, and resolve significant issues or control concerns.
• Lead assigned components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including coordinating deadlines, preparing schedules, and confirming completion and accuracy of assigned deliverables.
• Prepare and analyze assigned financial statements, management reports, account activity, and supporting schedules; identify trends, unusual activity, and material variances for Finance leadership.
• Support budgeting and forecasting by preparing schedules, analyzing historical results, evaluating variances, and providing accurate financial information to business partners.
• Oversee or perform assigned accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, fixed asset, prepaid, accrual, or other accounting processes and resolve complex or escalated issues.
• Coordinate assigned internal and external audit requests, prepare supporting documentation and schedules, and address follow-up questions in partnership with Finance leadership.
• Prepare or coordinate assigned tax filings, registrations, and financial or regulatory reports and maintain supporting documentation and filing schedules.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation; identify risks, recommend improvements, and support implementation of approved changes.
• Evaluate accounting processes and system functionality to improve accuracy, efficiency, consistency, and scalability across entities or locations.
• Provide accounting guidance and technical support to the Finance team and other departments; review assigned work or supporting schedules when requested without assuming formal supervisory responsibility.
• Collaborate across departments to research transactions, resolve accounting issues, and communicate financial requirements, deadlines, and documentation needs.
• Maintain advanced proficiency with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, and other technology used to support financial reporting and analysis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support Finance and organizational needs.

Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-eligible status preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting experience may be considered.
• Four or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger, account reconciliation, and financial close responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience independently preparing complex reconciliations, journal entries, financial schedules, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; experience supporting accounting system or process improvements preferred.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the judgment to resolve complex issues and resolve matters appropriately.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound accounting judgment within established standards, and take ownership of assigned processes and deliverables.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain accounting information and collaborate across departments.

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to operate computers and other office machinery.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimitied Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities

NeuLife Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer