Senior Staff Accountant

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation's largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology's mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

The Senior Staff Accountant will report to Tennessee Oncology's Controller. The position will be based in Nashville, TN and is responsible for multiple accounting functions. The candidate will have a proven record of leadership, technical expertise, and proven results. This position is filling a key role with the company and accounting function, with primary focus on the execution of departmental goals and objectives. This role is a highly visible role and will regularly interact with members of the executive management team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Execute departmental goals and objectives, including day to day assignments, strategic initiatives, and process improvement
• Participate in month-end close process including review and analysis of underlying financials
• Review monthly financial for completeness and accuracy
• Preparing and reviewing ad-hoc internal and external financial reporting and analysis
• Provide coaching and development opportunities for team members
• Coordinate timely preparation and review of month-end balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting
• Aid in the capital budgeting and expenditure planning process
• Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual result with plans and forecasts
• Aid in the completion of the partnership tax return and partner K1 preparation
• Collaborate with outside audit, working closely with independent accounting firm and providing all requested deliverables
• Research complex accounting issues, document via accounting position papers, and develop policies and procedures to implement
• Identify areas of process improvement, recommend changes, and execute improvements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proactive & driven leader
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (business combinations, revenue recognition, etc.)
• Ability to manipulate data to drive and expedite project analyses and completion
• Display a detail-oriented approach to daily activities and a self-starter attitude
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and lead cross-functional initiatives
• Ability to effectively collaborate, works with a sense of urgency, and prioritizes tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience w/ Big4 background (Preferred)
• Proven knowledge of GAAP, FASB, and SEC regulations
• Knowledge of internal controls, best practices, and the ability to research and document accounting and financial topics required
• Strong excel skills
• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance (Preferred)
• Active CPA license required (Preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Activity Required

Amount of time

None

Less than 1/3

(Occasionally)

1/3 to 2/3

(Frequently)

More than 2/3

(Regularly)

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Fingering or manual dexterity

X

Repetitive finger motion

X

Lifting or exerting force

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

Over 100 pounds

Reaching or stretching

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Crouching or stooping

X

Speaking

X

Hearing

X

Seeing (with correction)

X