Experienced Financial Accountant (Hybrid)

Experienced Financial Accountant (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract (6-months with potential for permanent consideration)

Location: Troy, NY

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Specialist to join our team on an interim basis to cover an employee leave. This role is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and continuity during the absence. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to train under the person leaving for 4-6 weeks and will be involved in key financial processes and reporting activities. The position will be part of an 8–10-person team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in month-end close processes, ensuring all entries related to 30 affiliated entities are completed by day 2.
• Allocate benefits by day 3 and ensure balance sheet and income statement variances are addressed.
• Refresh HFN package and manage balance sheet fluctuations.
• Provide month-over-month and quarter-to-quarter income statement analysis.
• Prepare community benefits, expense, and revenue explanations.
• Handle divisional reporting and workers' compensation cash flow.
• Conduct billing reconciliations and meetings with partners to arrange services.
• Prepare various payroll reports and manage salary and wage reporting.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, accounts receivable, liabilities, and payroll.
• Utilize HFM for reporting and PeopleSoft for general ledger tasks.
• Input forecasts into Axium and assist with the transition to Oracle Cloud.
• Participate in the interim audit from April to June 30th, with the audit closing by July 14th.
• Involved in a closed meeting in mid-August to address progress and status.

Benefits & Qualifications:

• Hybrid schedule (work from the comfort of your home 2/3 days a week)
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including month-end close (MEC) and balance sheet management.
• Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with HFM and PeopleSoft is a plus.
• Healthcare background is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Benefits available (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, paid holidays, etc.)

To apply: Please submit your most up-to-date resume. All applicants will be considered; however, the hiring decision will be based on qualifications for the position.