The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health and accuracy of HPM. This position ensures timely, precise, and transparent financial reporting, supports operational decision-making through analytics, and upholds the integrity of the company’s accounting systems and internal controls.
As part of a mission-driven team serving rural healthcare partners, the Senior Accountant combines technical excellence with a strong sense of stewardship—helping HPM “put people first” by making sure every financial decision supports patients, employees, and facility partners.
Key Responsibilities :
Financial Reporting & General Ledger
- Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
- Maintain accuracy of general ledger, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Prepare consolidated financial statements for review by the Controller and CFO / CEO.
- Support the production of internal management reports and board-level financial summaries.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
Assist in developing and maintaining annual budgets and rolling forecasts.Perform variance analyses for revenue, contribution margin, and expense trends.Collaborate with Operations and Regional Managers to explain financial results and support data-driven decision-making.Revenue Cycle & Healthcare Accounting
Support monthly revenue recognition and reconciliation tied to healthcare services, payor reimbursements, and partner facilities.Track and reconcile provider-level production, units per patient, and contribution by site.Partner with the revenue cycle team to identify discrepancies and improve AR days and cash collections.Internal Controls & Compliance
Maintain and document internal control processes to safeguard company assets.Support external audit and tax preparation by providing schedules and documentation.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and healthcare financial regulations.Operational & Analytical Support
Provide cost and margin analysis by region, site, and service line.Help implement and optimize accounting technology (ERP, EMR integration, and dashboard tools).Contribute to process improvements to shorten month-end close and enhance accuracy.Requirements
Qualifications :
Education & Credentials
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.Active CPA certification (or in progress within 12 months) required.Master’s degree or Healthcare Finance coursework preferred.Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; healthcare or multi-entity operations preferred.Experience with GAAP accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.Exposure to healthcare revenue recognition, contribution margin analysis, or cost accounting highly desirable.Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI or similar analytics tools.Experience with accounting and ERP software (QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage Intacct, or NetSuite).Knowledge of EMR or healthcare billing systems a plus.Core Competencies
Strong attention to detail and analytical accuracy.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Clear communicator with ability to translate data into business insights.Integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with HPM’s mission and values.Performance Requirements :
Month-end close completed by Day 5.Account reconciliations 100% current and accurate each month.Variance explanations delivered within 48 hours of report distribution.Zero audit adjustments or compliance exceptions.Demonstrated partnership and responsiveness to Operations and Leadership.