Staff Accountant

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based medical service provider with a national reputation for blending exceptional customer service with superior technology. Patients, partners and colleagues define our 35 + years of quality diagnostic services as a true mark of successful teamwork. Known for our advanced diagnostic imaging, we are a sought-after provider – not only because of our technology but also because of our teamwork and tremendous opportunities for professional growth.

Shields Health is hiring a Staff Accountant to work hybrid in our Quincy, MA office. The selected candidate will report to the Director of Accounting and will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions, including month-end and year-end close, account reconciliation, financial reporting and special projects.

• Actively participate and support the full month end close cycle including AP, AR, cash, accruals and financial statement preparation for 50+ entities.
• Maintain fixed assets sub-ledger and record monthly entries for all entities.
• Manage & record standard entries and prepaid entries across all entities.
• Execute daily treasury operations, including wire transfers, ACH payments.
• Manage bank accounts, including account openings, closings and maintenance of signatory authorities.
• Perform monthly cash management activities, including complex intercompany transfers, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting.
• Support external and internal audits related to cash and treasury operations.
• Prepare intercompany & third-party invoices for all entities.
• Reconcile intercompany activity between all entities.
• Prepare Workday expense reimbursements and post related entries into accounting software.
• Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheets & cash flows and perform monthly P&L variance analysis.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and compliance with internal policies.
• Prepare monthly Partner Reporting Packages.
• Prepare year-end related items including tax and audit work papers.
• Collaborate across the Shields network to gather financial information for monthly close.
• Proactively recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the month-end close and the financial reporting process.
• Support budgeting process and FP&A team.
• Perform ad hoc requests and reports.

• Minimum 5 – 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (V-lookups/pivot tables/nested formulas)
• Exceptional problem solving/analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Proficiency with accounting software systems (knowledge of Sage Intacct a plus)
• Energized & adaptable employee with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Team player who embraces change and process improvement
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods and utilize computer.

• Healthcare experience preferred
• Multi-entity experience highly preferred

This position requires work in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Monday and Friday employees are allowed to work from home.

The salary range for this position is $52,000-$98,000 + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.