Senior Staff Accountant — GAAP Close & Analysis (PTO)

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 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.