ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Palco is a visionary company pioneering an emerging health-care movement that empowers people with disabilities and those aging to live independent and quality lives. Made possible by our amazing team, Palco provides technology and financial services to help individuals and their families to thrive in their home and communities. Partnered with government agencies and fortune 500 managed care organizations across the country, we are dedicated to creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people that count on them. We are a highly organized company that offers flexible working hours, a solid work / life balance, autonomy, generous paid time off, bonus potential, and career advancement opportunities. Our staff make long-lasting impact on the lives of people every day.
The Accounting Manager oversees the company's accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and financial integrity across all business functions. This position manages the accounting team and leads the processes for financial close, audits, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting skills, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to support a dynamic, growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Direct all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end and year-end close processes.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Maintain and enhance internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory requirements.Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinate annual financial and program audits.Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, including labor, tax, and Medicaid program requirements.Develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures to support accuracy and accountability.Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process in coordination with department leaders.Support leadership with financial modeling, projections, and cash flow management.Provide meaningful financial analysis to guide decision-making and resource allocation.Process & Systems Improvement
Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and tools for efficiency and scalability.Partner with IT and operational leaders to streamline financial data flow between systems.Implement automation and standardization to reduce manual effort and errors.Leadership & Team Development
Supervise and mentor the accounting team; establish clear goals, expectations, and accountability.Foster a culture of integrity, accuracy, and continuous improvement.Support professional development and ensure proper training on systems and procedures.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.CPA required or strongly preferred. Does not need to be current.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.Strong systems orientation with experience in NetSuite or similar accounting software; ability to evaluate and improve workflows.Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.Experience in healthcare, Medicaid, or government-funded programs preferred, but not required.Join Us
This position is remote / work-from-home role. Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the end of your workday.
Company benefits designed for you :
Generous Paid time off.Career Growth Opportunities : We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.Great Work Environment : We are proud of our company culture of collaboration and the recognition we have received for our diversity efforts.Employer shared Health Insurance costEmployer paid Disability InsuranceEmployer paid Life and AD&D InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCancer InsuranceVoluntary Life InsurancePaid Time OffRemote work environmentPaid holidaysRetirement planWhen you join Palco, you are engaged in creating the future - both our company's, the people we serve, and your own. We understand that our success is directly related to the success of our team. We strive to create a culture where you can :
Bring your authentic self to work.Grow and thrive, both personally and professionally.Make a difference with our clients, in our communities, and with the millions of people we support.Experience work / life balance.Feel value and a greater purpose through the work you do.Palco, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) employer and does not discriminate in any employer / employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.