Staff Accountant – Long-Term Care Finance

Extended Care LLC; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Extended Care, LLC is seeking a seasoned Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Evanston, IL. The role focuses on maintaining accurate general ledger records, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end closings for a healthcare provider.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and prior experience in the long-term care industry. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is required to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in accounting or finance.
• Prior staff accountant experience.
• Experience in long-term care industry required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts and journal entries.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Reconcile bank, balance sheet, and general ledger accounts.
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding.
• Assist with financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Monitor expenses and help with budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist with audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Extended Care, LLC is seeking a seasoned Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Evanston, IL. The role focuses on maintaining accurate general ledger records, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end closings for a healthcare provider.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and prior experience in the long-term care industry. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is required to ensure accurate financial reporting.