Staff Accountant

Company DescriptionPOSITION OVERVIEWMinimum Years of Experience Required: 3 Years Working Location: Candidates with 3+ years of experience are eligible for in-office, hybrid, or fully remote schedules. Preference will be given to candidates based in the Chicagoland area. Relocation subsidies are available for those moving from outside the region. At least 2 visits (per year) to the Chicago headquarters are required. Please note candidates must be able, willing and excited to travel. Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Salary Range:$75k-$95kThe exact salary will vary based on years of experience and the level of proficiency in both hard and soft skills. It is uncommon for someone to be hired at the highest point of the salary range for their position. If you feel like this position is right for you but your desired salary range differs, please still apply. ABOUT THE COMPANYALIS is the industry leading provider of assisted living specific software. We are a purpose-driven healthcare technology company passionate about innovation and using technology to help people by solving real world problems. The ALIS team designs, builds, delivers, and supports our flagship product ALIS (pronounced “Alice” and stands for Assisted Living Integrated Solution).CULTUREAt ALIS, our culture is rooted in purpose and passion. We show up each day with a positive attitude, ready to make a difference. We care deeply—about our work, our clients, and each other—and we act with honesty, respect, and integrity. We thrive on change, embracing curiosity and continuous growth. From creating joyful experiences to delivering high-quality, impactful solutions, we relentlessly seek excellence in everything we do. Joining ALIS means being part of a collaborative team that’s driven to improve lives through innovative software and meaningful connections.Job DescriptionJOB ACCOUNTABILITIES ALIS is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of accounting duties, including the preparation of financial statements, management of accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations.3+ years of relevant accounting experienceAssist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, and ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards and regulationsAssist with month-end close activities, including monthly account reconciliations and general ledger entriesAnalyze general ledger balances, investigate variances, review account reconciliationsLead daily accounting activities to ensure proper recording of transactions according to GAAP standardsAssist with accounts payable and receivable activitiesRespond and assist with invoice questions or billing statementsManage credit card reconciliationsContribute to budgeting and forecasting activitiesAssist in business system implementation projectsPrepare schedules and support documentation for monthly reporting and annual auditManage ad hoc projects as neededStrong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial regulationsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. Ability to effectively manage, analyze and manipulate large data sets with both solutionsProficiency with accounting software (Sage Intacct a plus)JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Connecting with Clients (both internal and external) Keep everyone informed and aligned High Performer - constantly striving to achieve exceptional results in their work productDetail Oriented - pay close attention to details; reporting out thoroughly and accuratelyCommunicative - Communicate effectively both orally and in writing( providing project updates, upcoming deadlines etc. ) Collaborative - Work effectively with both external and internal clients Passionate - commitment to delivering superior customer serviceCurious - Having a desire to learn and explore new concepts and approaches.Endlessly Iterative - Continuously seeking to improve work quality through attention to detail and a commitment to learning from mistakes.QualificationsQualifications: Experience and interest in optimizing accounting and FP&A processesExperience and interest in aligning data systems and reporting platformsBA/BS or equivalent in Accounting or FinanceExperience and familiarity with cloud-based accounting and finance tech platforms such as Sage Intacct and RipplingExperience in SaaS industryWillingness to travel if not local to Chicago Additional InformationBenefits:8 Company Holidays ( office will be closed) 2 Floating Holidays 10 days of PTO (year 1) Subsidized medical, dental and vision insurance 401k Plan + Up to 4% MatchingPre-tax Commuter Benefits Casual Dress Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance FundPaid Parental LeavePaid Jury duty & Bereavement Leave Length of stay rewards Company bonus poolHSA and FSALife Insurance policy subsidized by CompanyApplication Process:No formal cover letter is needed but please include a few sentences describing why you are applying for this position specifically.ALIS asks certain candidates for quick phone calls to gather additional information – these usually last about 5 minutes and are scheduled in advance and according to your schedule. Candidates who move forward in the process will then participate in a 30-minute interview with our Controller. Those selected to proceed will have a second 30-minute interview with our CFO. Final-round candidates will be invited to travel onsite for in-person interviews. ALIS will cover all in-person travel-related expenses. Candidates residing in border states within a four-hour drive or less will be reimbursed for mileage.ALIS values and promotes diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability. All candidates are subject to a background check.Originally posted on Himalayas

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