Staff Accountant

Shields Health; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Quincy, Massachusetts, is seeking a Staff Accountant. In this role, you will support the month-end close cycle, maintain fixed assets, and ensure compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting, advanced Excel skills, and 5-7 years of accounting experience. The position allows for hybrid work on Mondays and Fridays, offering a salary range of $52,000-$98,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 – 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods and utilize computer.

Responsibilities

• Participate and support the full month end close cycle.
• Maintain fixed assets sub-ledger and record monthly entries.
• Manage bank accounts and perform monthly cash management activities.
• Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheets & cash flows.
• Collaborate across the Shields network to gather financial information.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills (vlookups/pivot tables/nested formulas)

Exceptional problem solving/analytical skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong knowledge of GAAP

Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize

Energized & adaptable employee

Team player who embraces change

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (CPA a plus)

Tools

Accounting software systems (knowledge of Sage Intacct a plus)

Job description

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Job Summary

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based medical service provider with a national reputation for blending exceptional customer service with superior technology. Patients, partners and colleagues define our 35+ years of quality diagnostic services as a true mark of successful teamwork. Known for our advanced diagnostic imaging, we are a sought-after provider – not only because of our technology but also because of our teamwork and tremendous opportunities for professional growth.

What you will do

• Actively participate and support the full month end close cycle including AP, AR, cash, accruals and financial statement preparation for 50+ entities.
• Maintain fixed assets sub-ledger and record monthly entries for all entities.
• Manage & record standard entries and prepaid entries across all entities.
• Execute daily treasury operations, including wire transfers, ACH payments.
• Manage bank accounts, including account openings, closings and maintenance of signatory authorities.
• Perform monthly cash management activities, including complex intercompany transfers, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting.
• Support external and internal audits related to cash and treasury operations.
• Prepare intercompany & third-party invoices for all entities.
• Reconcile intercompany activity between all entities.
• Prepare Workday expense reimbursements and post related entries into accounting software.
• Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheets & cash flows and perform monthly P&L variance analysis.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and compliance with internal policies.
• Prepare monthly Partner Reporting Packages.
• Prepare year-end related items including tax and audit work papers.
• Collaborate across the Shields network to gather financial information for monthly close.
• Proactively recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the month-end close and the financial reporting process.
• Support budgeting process and FP&A team.
• Perform ad hoc requests and reports.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (CPA a plus)
• Minimum 5 – 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (vlookups/pivot tables/nested formulas)
• Exceptional problem solving/analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Proficiency with accounting software systems (knowledge of Sage Intacct a plus)
• Energized & adaptable employee with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Team player who embraces change and process improvement
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods and utilize computer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience preferred
• Multi-entity experience highly preferred

Additional Job Description

This position requires work in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Monday and Friday employees are allowed to work from home.

The salary range for this position is $52,000-$98,000 + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care