The Goodman Group is hiring a full-time Senior Accountant to be based out of their home office in Chaska, MN.

The ideal candidate will have senior level experience working in either a senior living or real estate management company and have a strong experience in property acquisition & dispositions. High level of expertise using AI technology to automate processes and streamline workflows.

The primary purpose of the Senior Accountant is to provide directly responsible for the accurate completion of monthly and semi-annual financial statements for their assigned projects. Key responsibilities of the position are completing monthly and annual financial statements and related compliance items for assigned projects, taking time to identify trends, and accuracy of these items. In addition, maintain solid working relationships with the operations managers as well as the accounting personnel/bookkeepers in the field and mentor staff accountants. The position reports directly to the Controller. Senior accountants will assume lead roles on department projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with previous full cycle accounting experience.

This position offers a hybrid work-from-home option after 90 days of employment, and with manager approval. This would include 1-2 days working from home, and 3-4 days working out of the home office of The Goodman Group in Chaska, MN.

Salary range is $95,000-$110,000 annually, based on experience.

Essential Job Functions

Timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. Effectively communicate statement information with operations manager or executive director. Provide financial statements applicable to regulatory agencies and lenders.
Summarize and report areas of opportunity and concern each month to the Controller.
Mentor staff accountants with the monthly review of their facilities, answering general questions and making sure the statements are accurate and timely.
Review monthly accounts receivable/allowance for doubtful accounts and review with the Regional Business Service Manager.
Review Payroll trends for reasonableness and discuss areas of concern with management.
Review accounts payable reports for accuracy in coding. Recap recurring areas of concern to the account's payables supervisor.
Audit financial ledgers and prepare semi-annual financial statements for the owners and management, including supporting documentation, full financial statements with footnotes, and company specific schedules. Discuss audited financial details with Controller and other management.
Maintain lender/debt compliance and reporting.
Maintain solid working relationships with the field personnel and management, documenting to the project stakeholders all areas of concern and opportunity. This includes, but is not limited to monitoring financial trends, census/occupancy issues, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, refund clearing account, payroll trends and accuracy, bad debts allowance levels and write offs.
Responsible for understanding and interpreting details relating to the assigned facilities revenue rate structures, Medicare & Medicaid reimbursements, pay scales, staffing patterns, etc. Position is the primary accounting point of contact for their assigned facilities.
Lead the budget process for assigned projects, including working with key operations personnel and Controller to discuss current trends and ensure projections are accurate and reasonable.
This position will work on special projects as needed. The ability to take ownership of the project, report timing progress, and provide recommendations is critical.
Other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
Responsible for understanding, preparing supporting documentation, leading projects and/or participating in key areas of the department, as assigned by the Controller
Skilled in using accounting software and ERP systems to enhance financial processes and data accuracy
Health Care reimbursement, i.e. Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid cost report preparation and filing
Debt Compliance, including Bonds or HUD loans
Payroll and ADP Knowledge
Fixed Asset Management & Tax Capitalization Rules
Reserve for Replacement & Escrow Analysis
Financial Analytics & Trend Graphing
General Understanding of Tax Concepts
Unclaimed Property Filing

Education and Experience

Four-year accounting degree, CPA preferred, or equivalent work experience in healthcare financial field.
7+ years of related financial accounting experience.
Excellent organization, statistical and analytical skills.
Proficiency in computer use including Outlook, Word and Excel and full general ledger/accounting software.
Full cycle accounting experience.
One or more of the following is desired: Senior living and healthcare experience, Management Company experience or public accounting experience.
Financial analytics or modeling Project Management.
Partnership/S-Corp tax return experience.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Qualifications

The Goodman Group, a privately held company, manages senior living and health care communities, residential communities and commercial properties that provide homes and services for more than 10,000 residents and employment for over 4,000 individuals. Together, we strive to carry on Sidney and John Goodman's legacies of leadership, growth, kindness, entrepreneurship and innovation.