Senior Accountant

Job Description:

Introduction

At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.

Summary

Performs and coordinates the detailed accounting and reporting functions for communities, programs, endowments/advancement, and debt as assigned; Exercises independent and objective judgment while following established accounting principles and procedures when performing the designated duties that may be complex in nature.

Responsibilities

1. Prepares required monthly journal entries timely and accurately; Monitors deadlines and due dates

2. Prepares reconciliations of key general ledger accounts monthly and for the year-end audit

3. Maintains the accuracy of accounting information, including the Trial Balance for communities assigned

4. Analyzes variances between month and year to date budget versus actual results

5. Coordinates input from Home Office/Communities/Programs to enhance and improve analysis; Develops pro-active relationships with internal customers

6. Performs an active role in the annual capital and operating budget preparation process for communities/programs, foundations/advancement and debt as assigned

7. Reconciles, researches, and resolves discrepancies in general ledger account activity; Perform analyses as needed

8. Assists in annual preparation of cost reports and Form 990 reporting

9. Assists in gathering information for preparation of annual Cost Reports

10. Supports accounting team goals to help promote overall team success

11. Performs accounting duties for community or entity assigned; Processes entries and reconcile accounts related to community and entity.

12. Mentors and trains new accountants

13. Assumes other accounting related special activities, projects and analysis as needed to support the Accounting Department

14. Performs an active role in improving and streamlining processes in the accounting department to improve productivity and efficiency, eliminating redundancy; Demonstrates a flexible attitude towards ongoing process improvements and financial system enhancements

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred

• 5+ years general accounting experience with an ability to handle complex functions; Experience in a healthcare environment preferred

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and standardized accounting principles.

• Ability to perform a volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy and to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

• Ability to establish and maintain systematic and legible reports and demonstrate accuracy in work assignments. Attention to detail required.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to process routine daily functions and balance multiple projects.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products specifically with the use and knowledge of Excel for Accounting functions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical activities, demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit for extended periods of time and will have extended periods of computer use.

A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature controls system (air conditioning and heat). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Willingness to work extra hours when required. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Will be required to travel to EverTrue communities and may require moderate overnight stays.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards, and all EverTrue policies and procedures.

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