Ascend Vision Partners

Description: Our Mission is to deliver quality, accessible and patient-centered eye care. Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Accountant, where you will play a pivotal role in managing financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning. Your expertise will drive our financial success, ensuring compliance and accuracy while contributing to high-impact decisions. Embrace the opportunity to lead and innovate in a collaborative environment. Team members are hired to assist the organization in building a differentiated integrated eye care platform focused on superior patient care delivered through our network of optometrists and ophthalmologists. Team members are expected to exhibit a behavior of professionalism, which includes but is not limited to, acting with integrity and accountability, support our clinicians in all aspects of patient care delivery, support a culture of respect, diversity and inclusion in our organization, and enhance the patient access to primary and specialty eye care. Our vision is to create an admired healthcare company dedicated to delivering personalized eye care with outstanding patient outcomes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Fosters a positive and successful working environment, creating partnership with team members, leadership, and providers. Assists with the general ledger, accounts payable and financial reporting processes. Adheres to the monthly and year-end financial statement close schedule. Prepares and posts journal entries, analyzes account balances for variances, reconciles various financial transactions, general ledger balances, financial records and reports. Ensures data integrity, consistency, and accuracy through proper application of accounting principles and adherence to relevant regulations, including GAAP, and other healthcare-specific guidelines. Assists in the annual budget process. Prepares and analyzes financial statements, reports, and performance metrics. Participates in both internal and external financial audits, as needed. Partners with leaders and other departments to improve financial processes and support overall organizational goals. Identifies and implements strategies to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience Proficient in accounting software system, NetSuite and Microsoft Excel Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify patterns, and develop actionable insights to address financial and operational challenges. Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey financial information and work cross-functionally. Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Ensuring the reliability and integrity of financial data, models, and reports. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Ascend Vision Partners is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws relating to discrimination against qualified applicants or employees in hiring or in any decision affecting job status, pay, or any other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, or other applicable protected classes. PI25ae6-3336

Description: Consider joining Ascend Vision Partners and join a team that are focused on building a differentiated integrated eye care platform focused on superior patient care delivered through our network of optometrists and ophthalmologists. Team members are expected to exhibit a continuous behavior of professionalism, which includes but is not limited to, acting with integrity and accountability, support our clinicians in all aspects of patient care delivery, support a culture of respect, diversity and inclusion in our organization, and enhance the patient access to primary and specialty eye care. Our vision is to create an admired healthcare company dedicated to delivering personalized eye care with outstanding patient outcomes. Join our dynamic team as a Controller, where you will lead our financial operations with precision and strategic insight. In this pivotal role, you will oversee accounting functions, ensure compliance, and drive financial planning to support our organization's growth. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping our financial strategies and enhancing our decision-making processes. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Oversee and manage the financial operations of the organization. - Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations. - Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts. - Monitor internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial reporting. - Manage the accounting department, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation of staff. - Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors. - Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes. - Assess and improve financial systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy. - Collaborate with executive management to develop financial strategies and business plans. - Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations for business decisions. - Oversee cash management, including cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization. - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements. - Prepare reports for management, shareholders, and regulatory agencies as needed. - Conduct financial risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies. - Support mergers and acquisitions by conducting due diligence and financial analysis. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred. - Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience. - Proven experience in a senior financial managerial position. - Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting. - Proficiency in NetSuite and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - High level of integrity and attention to detail. - Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. - Familiarity with tax compliance and reporting. - Knowledge of internal controls and risk management. - Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. PI4ddffa5-