Senior Accountant

Ortho Atlanta

$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in healthcare or multi-location organizations.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience with month-end/year-end close and audit preparation.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
  • Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
  • Perform daily and monthly cash reconciliations across multiple accounts.
  • Manage the company's fixed asset records, including depreciation and inventory.
  • Support annual financial statement audits with documentation and coordination.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with teams to enhance accounting processes and efficiencies.

Benefits

  • Full-time, on-site work environment.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, multi-location healthcare practice.
  • Engagement in process improvement initiatives and special projects.
  • Mentorship opportunities for junior accounting staff.
  • Chance to contribute to a team focused on patient-first care.
Full Job Description
Location: Atlanta, GA

Schedule: Full-time, On-site

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. Our orthopedic practice requires a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location healthcare environment. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial reporting process while supporting month-end close, audit activities, cash management, and general accounting functions.

The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, and capable of working independently while partnering effectively with colleagues across departments to identify solutions and improve processes.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead and participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
  • Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
  • Perform daily and monthly cash reconciliations across multiple bank accounts.
  • Manage and maintain the company's fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, additions, disposals, and periodic inventory.
  • Support the annual financial statement audit and other external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests.
  • Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Analyze financial data, identify trends or variances, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders and finance team members to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiencies.
  • Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in healthcare, physician practice management, or a multi-location organization.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • Month-end and year-end close
    • Audit preparation and support
    • Fixed asset accounting
    • Cash reconciliations
    • Accounts Payable
    • Accounts Receivable
    • General ledger accounting
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing in a collaborative team environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Are you ready to bring your expertise to a team committed to excellence in Orthopedics? Apply today and join a team that puts patients first! #HP2026

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