Senior Accountant

About America West Medical Transportation, Inc.

America West offer reliable, skilled non-emergency medical transportation services across California, ensuring healthcare access for seniors and people with disabilities by safe and timely rides for patients in multiple counties. We are a community partner dedicated to improving lives and helping individuals thrive. By embracing the spirit of community service and giving, we can create a healthier, more connected society.

Reporting to VP of Finance, the Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy and integrity across America West Medical Transportation Inc., operations. This position oversees key accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

This position also serves as a key business partner to internal departments, supporting financial decision-making through data analysis, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of GAAP, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to timely and accurate financial management.

The Senior Accountant contributes to building an efficient, ethical, and highly accountable finance function, fostering an environment of trust, compliance, and operational excellence within a fast-paced transportation company. This position may also supervise other administrative staff or assist with broader business management functions as assigned.

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee and execute day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, credit card reconciliation, invoicing, and payroll
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts and perform month‑end/year‑end close procedures
• Monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and reduce risk of errors or fraud
• Manage collections and vendor payments; resolve discrepancies and ensure timely processing
• Support external audits by preparing required documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
• Support administrative team and cross‑department collaboration
• Leverage software tools such as Net Suite and advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) to manage financial data
• Partner with leadership to analyze financial trends and develop forecasts or budgets as needed
• Support development and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and best practices
• Respond to internal and external financial inquiries with professionalism and clarity
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial and legal requirements
• Proactively recommend improvements to streamline financial processes and reporting
• Represent America West’s core values through professional conduct, integrity, and customer‑first mindset
• Fulfill other duties as required or assigned by the VP of Finance or executive leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Net Suite) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas).
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and prepare accurate reports.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Must have a successful background (at least 5 years) in all aspects of accounting – including accounting degree, A/R, A/P, payroll, credit card reconciliation, and invoicing - as well as office administration, collections, vendor management, phone, communication, and customer service satisfaction.
• Must possess a keen attention to detail while maintaining data, organizing ledgers, and overseeing the storage of accounting records and other items of confidential information.
• Must offer above‑average customer service skills, be detail‑oriented, value integrity and accountability and believe in a strong work ethic.
• Position reports directly to the VP of Finance and may be responsible for other administrative duties, and general assistance when needed.
• Candidate should be professional; be self‑motivated and thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Candidate should be able to work independently as well as take direction and contribute as a member of a team.
• Contingency of employment:
  Since this role handles financial and confidential information, employment is contingent upon successfully passing employment screening.
• This is an onsite position.

The pay range for this role is: 70,000 - 80,000 USD per year (Sacramento)