[Hiring] Accounting and Payroll Specialist @Ascend Healthcare

Role Description

The Accounting & Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the financial operations of Ascend Healthcare. This individual is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely accounting and payroll processes while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards. We are seeking a finance professional who is energized by improving systems, building scalable processes, and contributing ideas that strengthen operational efficiency.

This role collaborates closely with Human Resources, Operations, and Leadership to ensure financial data is reliable and processes support the organization’s continued growth.

Key Areas of Ownership

• Manage the customer invoicing process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing while identifying opportunities to improve workflow efficiency.
• Process accounts payable transactions with proper coding and documentation, maintaining strong financial controls.
• Oversee and execute payroll processing accurately and on schedule in coordination with Human Resources, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and journal entries, with a focus on improving accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate financial records within accounting systems and assist in enhancing reporting processes.
• Support annual audit preparation through organized documentation and well-structured processes.
• Maintain state and local tax registrations and assist with new registrations as business operations expand.
• Proactively recommend process improvements that strengthen controls, reduce manual effort, and increase operational efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, internal teams, and leadership, responding to inquiries and supporting day-to-day financial operations.

Qualifications

• 2 or 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent and solid understanding of GAAP preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a relevant position.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement practical solutions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with NetSuite or other enterprise ERP systems preferred.
• Prior experience with general accounting & payroll is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in professional growth and expanding responsibilities as the organization evolves.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
• Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type

• Full-time

Compensation

• $60,000-$70,000

Schedule

• Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ascend Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.