Sr Accountant

FreedomCare is a healthcare company that has been dedicated to revolutionizing the home care industry since 2016. We support our patients by ensuring they have the power to choose a caregiver who will care for them in the comfort of their own homes. Our mission spans coast to coast, supporting patients across the U.S. 

We pride ourselves on our values which drive the level of care that we deliver to our patients: 

- Here For You (An attitude of service, empathy, and availability) 

- Own It (Drive and ownership) 

- Do the Right Thing (High integrity) 

- Be Positive (Great attitude and a can-do positive approach to challenges) 

Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of others! We are looking for a Sr. Accountant for our Accounting team.

This is a remote role with potential travel to our main office NY for meetings and collaboration. 

Position Overview:

The Sr. Accountant will act as both an individual contributor and reviewer for specific aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. Working closely with the Staff Accountant, the Senior Accountant will collaborate to streamline closing procedures and enhance overall efficiency within the finance team. 

The Sr. Accountant will possess a thorough understanding of accounting principles, particularly within a multi-entity environment, and will be instrumental in leading various components of ERP closes within Sage Intacct. This role demands proficiency in overseeing the preparation of comprehensive workpapers, managing daily and weekly soft closes, and ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the month-end close process. 

The Sr. Accountant should demonstrate a strong grasp of GAAP accounting principles, technical acumen in navigating multiple accounting platforms, and the ability to approach challenges with resourcefulness and critical thinking. 

Responsibilities: 

• Multi-Entity ERP Closes 
  • Lead the multi-entity ERP close process using Sage Intacct, ensuring accurate capture and reporting of financial data
  • Oversee adherence to established timelines and protocols, collaborating seamlessly with various teams to guarantee precise data consolidation and reporting
• Workpaper Preparation 
  • Lead the preparation and meticulous organization of detailed workpapers that support the financial close process
  • Ensure that all supporting documentation is accurate, current, and readily accessible for audits and internal reviews
• Soft Close Facilitation 
  • Oversee daily and weekly soft closes, ensuring all accounts are precisely balanced in preparation for the month-end close
  • Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, escalating issues as necessary to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

GAAP Accounting Application: 

• Apply and oversee the comprehensive understanding of GAAP accounting principles throughout the month-end close process, ensuring that financial statements are prepared in full compliance with accepted standards
• Provide robust leadership to the team during internal reviews and audits, offering clear explanations and justifications for accounting treatments
•  Technical Management and Platform Navigation 
  • Leverage strong technical skills to adeptly navigate and manage multiple accounting platforms and systems, i.e., accounts payable, accounts receivable, spend management, and financial reporting software
  • Actively contribute to the optimization of accounting processes through the effective use of technology, supporting continuous improvement initiatives 
• Collaboration with AP and Spend Management Teams
  • Work closely with and lead the Accounts Payable (AP) and Spend Management (T&E) teams to ensure accurate transaction categorization and strict adherence to established policies and procedures
  • Lead efforts in ensuring compliance with internal controls, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of financial data
• Comprehensive Reconciliation Responsibilities
  • Lead the execution of reconciliations for key financial accounts, including balance sheet accounts, general ledger, prepaids, fixed assets, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, caregiver payroll, journal entries, and more
  • Ensure that all reconciliations are completed with precision and timeliness, contributing to a transparent and accurate representation of the company’s financial position
• Compliance and Regulatory Preparation 
  • Support and lead the preparation and execution of compliance-related activities, including cost reporting, 1099 filings, business property tax submissions, and other regulatory requirements
  • Ensure that all compliance efforts are rigorously conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and that all deadlines are consistently met without exception

Ideal Candidates Will Possess: 

• Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.  
• Must a multi-entity environment. have experience working in 
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct for preparing financial transactions and reconciliations is required. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and their application in financial reporting. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex accounting tasks and consistently meet deadlines. 
• Technical proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, particularly Sage Intacct.  
• Must possess intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in data analysis, complex formulas, and pivot tables to support accurate financial reporting and enhance decision-making capabilities.   
• Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement. 
• Ability to serve as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with management resource requirements 
• Must be able to make decisions within broad guidelines and policies that impact own team and other related teams.   
• Requires content and practical expertise in own discipline and may have basic knowledge of related disciplines.  
• Understands key business drivers of best practices to improve or drive processes or procedures.   
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.   

Why work at FreedomCare?

We are here for you and committed to providing a best-in-class employee experience. We offer competitive compensation, medical benefits, retirement plans, wellness programs, fun company events and ongoing learning opportunities to grow your career.

This is a place where your voice matters, where we build great relationships, and your work has meaning and a tangible positive impact on others!

At FreedomCare, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, citizenship or immigration status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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