Senior Accountant

Puzzle Box Academy is looking to hire a Senior Accountant who will embrace our mission to extend the best possible care to our families and children.
At the highest level, this person must possess an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, and commitment to performing their job duties.
This role will include calling patients to discuss payment and develop reasonable payment plans, entering patient data into administrative systems, and recording information about outstanding claims and balances.
This position works directly with our CEO.
If you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care for our children, we invite you to explore the Senior Accountant opportunity with Puzzle Box Academy and apply online today.
*Responsibilities:* *Accounting* * Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
* Perform general ledger accounting and reconcile accounts.
* Analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations to CEO.
* Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
* Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
* Collaborate with internal and external auditors during financial audits.
* Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
* Assist in the preparation of regulatory reports.
* Assists with parent concerns and questions to ensure prompt and accurate resolution is achieved.
* Analyzes accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department.
* Works with the CEO on appropriate fiscal strategies for the organization.
* Reviews records of accounts to ensure accuracy.
* Develops systems for the maintenance of financial records, making use of current technologies.
* Creates forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping.
* Completes account follow up daily, maintaining established goal(s), and notifies CEO, when necessary, of issues preventing achievement of such goal(s).
* Mentors and manages the Billing Specialist * Responsible for ensuring Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable are timely.
* Analyzes daily correspondence (denials, underpayments, etc.
) to appropriately resolve issues.
* Contacts state funding institutions and insurance companies on discrepancies within payments.
* Assists with parent concerns/questions to ensure prompt and accurate resolution is achieved.
*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* * Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
* Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
* Experience with general ledger reconciliation.
* Advanced skills in using accounting software, such as QuickBooks.
* Ability to perform technical accounting research and apply findings to complex transactions.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
* Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
* Solid understanding of financial management principles.
* Ability to use discretion when discussing personnel/patient related issues that are confidential in nature.
* Experience with Microsoft Office 365.
* Experience with billing platforms such as Rethink, Kareo (a Tebra Company), and FACTs is a plus.
*Education & Experience* * Bachelor’s degree recommended.
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting is required.
Note: This is a general description of duties and skills required for the position of Senior Accountant.
Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the company.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $63,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 3 years * 4 years * 5 years Physical setting: * Office Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Experience: * Accounting: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Melbourne, FL 32901 (Preferred) Work Location: In person