Sr Accountant

Shepherd Center; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Center is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the Controller and Financial Services in managing general ledger processes and financial reporting. You will prepare journal entries, assist with month-end closings, reconciliations, and annual filings, while ensuring compliance with internal controls.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and GL systems, with Workday experience a plus. Healthcare/nonprofit experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Public accounting experience or industry experience per job posting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Prepare journal entries and month-end close support.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and depreciation entries.
• Support annual audit, form 990/1120 filings, and regulatory surveys.
• Assist with annual reports and internal controls compliance.
• Collaborate with the Controller and Financial Services team.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Deadlines

Excel (Office 365)

General Ledger

Workday

Problem-solving

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Workday

General Ledger applications

Job description

About Shepherd Center

With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by U.S. News as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

Shepherd Center’s culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.

The Senior Accountant supports the Controller and Financial Services department in carrying out the responsibilities of the department and the overall goals of the organization. The position must have a good understanding of accounting, financial analysis, and internal controls. Routine responsibilities include but are not limited to: preparing journal entries, supporting the month end close processes, completing assigned balance sheet reconciliations, preparing schedules for the annual audit, supporting the annual filing of the organization’s 990 and 1120 returns, and carrying out other duties as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs the day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and analysis for assigned areas. Identifies and researches any related variances.
• Is knowledgeable of all general ledger related processes and accounts relative to assigned areas.
• Completes assigned journal entries and areas of responsibility accurately and timely in the month end close process.
• Records monthly fixed asset and depreciation entries. Reconciles the related accounts each month.
• Serves as a resource for questions for internal customers.
• Completes assigned balance sheet reconciliations timely and accurately.
• Supports the annual preparation and filing of the organization’s 990 and 1120 returns.
• Supports preparation of various annual State and Federal surveys.
• Provides assistance with the annual audit through preparation of schedules, pulling of financial information, and other requests as assigned.
• Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field of study required.

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION

• No minimum certification required.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two years of public accounting experience or five years of industry experience.

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in financial analysis.
• Proven ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Proficient in Office 365, particularly Excel. Experienced in general ledger applications.
• Workday experience a plus.
• Self-directed with good problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Healthcare and/or nonprofit experience a plus.
• High degree of judgement and independent decision-making.
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to plan, manage and evaluate multiple priorities.
• Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
• Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.
• Maintain congenial working relationships with peers.
• Must be able to work in team environment and maintain professional demeanor.
• Strong customer service attitude and philosophy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time or exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• No potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.