Senior Accounting Associate

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. The Senior Accounting Associate will be part of athenahealth’s corporate accounting team.

• Responsible for aspects of the month-end financial close, including reviewing contracts and preparing journal entries.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Prepare written explanations for month-over-month fluctuation analysis within balance sheet & P&L reviews.
• Respond to questions about the athenahealth’s financial statements and operational performance.
• Maintain internal controls over financial accounting and reporting processes in compliance with SOX.
• Assist in the identification of risks and implementation of new controls when necessary.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 4+ years Public accounting experience and/or equivalent experience in industry
• Strong knowledge and practical application of US GAAP.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial risks and internal controls.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor information to varied audiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and clearly articulate complex financial issues both verbally and in writing.

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Commuter support
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition assistance
• Employee resource groups
• Collaborative workspaces

Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.