Senior Accountant Greater Detroit Area

Come elevate your career with our company that has won the #1 "Best places to work by Modern Healthcare!" Forefront Healthcare is looking for an enthusiastic leader to join our team. Forefront Healthcare is looking for a passionate leader to join our team!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant at our corporate office in Saint Clair Shores, MI.    THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE!

WE OFFER AMAZING BENEFITS!!!  PTO, Vacation time, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and much more!

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Forefront Healthcare is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance/accounting team. This role will be a key asset in the future growth of the company.  

As a Senior Accountant, you will report directly to the Controller and will play a vital role in handling full-scale day-to-day accounting functions within our company environment. You will be responsible for various accounting duties, including monthly close, general ledger management, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll support, and tax filing. Your expertise and experience in the service industry and government sector will be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records.

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for:

• Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries including all payroll, prepaid amortizations, taxes payable, etc.
• Maintain month-end close checklist
• Daily bank posting and reconciliations
• OSV 3rd party payor payment reconciliations
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and maintenance of balance sheet schedules
• Monthly financial performance review with assigned operations managers Intercompany due to/from settlements and reconciliations
• Sales tax filings and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations as it applies to various types of taxes
• General financial analysis

Other job-related responsibilities as assigned:

• Accounts Payable Oversight/Review/Collaboration:
• Assists with input and posting of invoices as needed
• Month-end reconciliation between subsidiary ledger and control account(s)
• Weekly AP payment run assistance
• Accounts Receivable/Billing Oversight/Review/Collaboration
• Assistance with customer invoicing and reconciliation
• Application and tracking of internal cash receipts
• Assists with collections interactions between internal and external partners

Skills:

• Self-starter
• Independent and reliable
• Outstanding customer services skills required
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Accurate and high-quality work
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Account balancing skills

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a leader on our team, you play a vital role in driving operational success within a healthcare environment. Through our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you will lead teams, ensure high-quality service delivery, and help create a clean, safe, and healing environment for all.

If you are passionate about leading people, developing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.

Why You’ll Love Leading With Us:

• Supportive Culture: Collaborate with a leadership team that values input, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Growth-Focused: Access to leadership development, Lean Six Sigma opportunities, and career advancement pathways
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), pet insurance, and unlimited PTO
• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000

• Qualifications:

  • Must exhibit proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets
  • BS in Accounting with 4+ years of accounting work experience
  • Prior audit experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP required
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred but not required
  • Experience with WorkDay a plus but not required