Staff Accountant I

LifeStance Health Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LifeStance Health Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant I for remote USA operations. This entry-level role supports the month-end close process, prepares journal entries, and performs reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, assist audits, and help strengthen internal controls while learning in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree or 0–2 years’ experience preferred; strong Excel skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or 4 years relevant experience).
• 0–2 years of accounting or relevant internship experience.
• Basic understanding of US GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare standard journal entries and assist with month-end close activities under supervision.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
• Support documentation and execution of accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data.
• Respond to basic financial and accounting inquiries by gathering and organizing data.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.
• Identify and escalate discrepancies, errors, or process gaps to senior team members.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend efficiency enhancements.
• Support ad hoc accounting and finance projects as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Netsuite

Blackline

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Netsuite

Blackline

Job description

## Staff Accountant IApply: Remote: USA-Remote: Full time: Posted Today: JR106837At LifeStance Health, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their mental health needs. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in mental healthcare.Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing mental health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our team!*LifeStance Health Values** Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.* Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.* Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.* One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.*Benefits* As a full-time employee of LifeStance Health, the following benefits are offered: medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k retirement savings with employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay and an Employee Assistance Program. **ROLE OVERVIEW** Our Accounting team is seeking a Staff Accountant I with strong attention to detail, foundational accounting knowledge, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. This entry-level role supports the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and basic financial analysis. The Staff Accountant I will also assist with audits and collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. **RESPONSIBILITIES*** Assist with maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.* Prepare standard journal entries and assist with month-end close activities under supervision.* Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.* Support documentation and execution of accounting procedures and internal controls.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data.* Respond to basic financial and accounting inquiries by gathering and organizing data.* Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.* Identify and escalate discrepancies, errors, or process gaps to senior team members.* Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend efficiency enhancements.* Support ad hoc accounting and finance projects as needed.**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or 4 years relevant experience required.* 0–2 years of accounting or relevant internship experience.* Basic understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas (xlookup, sumif, etc), pivot tables preferred).* Netsuite and Blackline experience preferred.* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.* Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Demonstrated willingness to learn, take direction, and develop professionally.* Ability to analyze data and identify discrepancies with guidance.* Adaptability and openness to feedback.* Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.* LifeStance is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected status.* Demonstrates awareness, inclusivity, and respect in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk.* The employee must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.* Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **COMPENSATION:**$57,000 - $68,000/annually