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Performance Health is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the monthly financial close process through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, accrual analyses, and financial reporting activities. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records across multiple legal entities while maintaining compliance with company accounting policies and procedures. The Staff Accountant works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and ensure timely completion of close activities. Having experience with payroll entries and reconciliation is preferred but not necessary.

Essential Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entriesComplete assigned close tasks in accordance with the monthly close calendarPerform account analyses and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reportingReview and reconcile AR and AP aging reportsPrepare accruals and reclassifications, including customer cash discounts, vendor accruals, and other assigned accounting entriesSupport lease accounting activities, including amortization of right-of-use assets and lease liabilities.

Analyze account balances and investigate variancesResearch and resolve discrepancies in financial dataEnsure supporting documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-readyMaintain appropriate schedules and workpapers supporting monthly account balancesIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy within accounting processesAssist in automating or streamlining recurring accounting activitiesRecommend process enhancements that strengthen internal controls and reduce manual effortCommunicate accounting issues, risks, and status updates proactivelyPartner with internal departments to obtain necessary information for financial reportingRespond to inquiries and provide accounting support to business partners and managementParticipate in cross-functional projects and special assignments as neededMaintain organized and complete documentation supporting financial transactionsEnsure compliance with company accounting policies and internal control requirementsSupport internal and external audit requests as needed Performs other duties as assignedJob QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting 1-3 years of month end close or public accounting experienceProblem solving skills a mustAbility to analyze information and correct issues at the root causeExceptional attention to detailGood written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment