Staff Accountant

ALIYA Healthcare; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aliya Healthcare Consulting seeks a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to analyze, reconcile, and maintain accurate financial records in compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting or finance experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. Healthcare industry experience is a plus. This on-site role is based in Skokie, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of accounting or finance experience required.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for internal and external reporting.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends and discrepancies, and develop spreadsheet reports.
• Prepare and post general ledger entries while maintaining accurate accounting files and records.
• Reconcile bank, balance sheet, and other financial accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare payments by reconciling accounts, accruing expenses, and assigning account numbers.
• Research and respond to accounting questions by analyzing financial data.
• Enter and convert financial data into the general ledger and gather supplemental information.
• Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain organized and confidential financial records.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

Aliya Healthcare Consulting is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Staff Accountant to join our team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for analyzing, compiling, reconciling, and maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, excellent analytical skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for internal and external reporting by gathering, analyzing, and verifying financial information from various departments and the general ledger system.

• Analyze financial data, identify trends and discrepancies, and develop spreadsheet reports to support management decision-making.

• Prepare and post general ledger entries while maintaining accurate accounting files and records.

• Reconcile bank, balance sheet, and other financial accounts and investigate discrepancies as needed.

• Prepare payments by reconciling accounts, accruing expenses, requesting disbursements, and assigning appropriate account numbers.

• Research and respond to accounting and financial questions by analyzing and interpreting financial data.

• Provide accounting support by entering and converting financial data into the general ledger system and gathering supplemental information required for financial reporting.

• Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed.

• Maintain organized and accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Maintain strict confidentiality of company, financial, employee, resident, and client information.

• Stay current with accounting principles, regulations, industry practices, and professional standards through continuing education and professional development.

• Perform other accounting, financial, and administrative duties as assigned by the CFO or management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

• 3–5 years of accounting or finance experience required.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and general ledger processes.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.

• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies or areas requiring further review.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.

• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team environment.

• Strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and professional integrity.

• Experience in healthcare, long-term care, skilled nursing, or multi-facility accounting is a plus.

Join ALIYA Healthcare!

At Aliya Healthcare Consulting, our finance and accounting teams play an important role in supporting the operational success of our healthcare organization. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, contribute to accurate financial reporting, and support the financial operations of a growing healthcare organization.

Aliya Healthcare Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.