Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $100,000 - $110,000

POSITION OVERVIEW

Title : Senior Accountant

Company : Wellpointe Inc. (Wellpointe)

Reports to : Corporate Controller

Location : In-Office | Chicago, IL (Up to 20% travel to California)

ABOUT WELLPOINTE

Operating at the intersection of healthcare and real estate, Wellpointe is a leading provider of affordable, boutique-style residential assisted living services that specializes in offering a coordinated and integrated system of care to high-acuity older adults with multiple chronic illnesses, including Alzheimers and other dementia. Wellpointe differentiates itself by providing complex care and medical services coordination in a home-like environment, communicating effectively, and making resident and family satisfaction its top priority.

Wellpointe currently operates the Fresno Guest Homes, Cottages at The Colony, Irvine Cottages, and Grannys Place residential assisted living brands in Fresno, Los Angeles, and the central & south Orange County areas of California.

POSITION SUMMARY

TheSenior Accountantplays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the companys financial records and reports. This role is responsible for overseeing complex accounting tasks, supporting the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, and mentoring junior accounting staff. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a fast-paced and growing environment, and demonstrates both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries and general ledger reconciliations across multiple entities
• Analyze financial data and generate internal reports to support business decision-making
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset ledger, including capital project tracking, depreciation, and disposals
• Support preparation of consolidated financial statements and related financial disclosures
• Coordinate and support external audit requests and other financial reviews
• Partner with operational teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and intercompany accounting
• Identify areas for process improvement and assist in developing enhanced financial workflows and controls
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Train and support Staff Accountants and other team members as needed
• Participate in ad hoc financial analysis and strategic projects

QUALIFICATIONS

Work Environment & What We Offer :

Who Would Succeed In This Role

Someone who functions independently in a very fast paced environment.