Job Information
CHESS Health Accountant in E Rochester, New York
Who We Are
CHESS Health, based in Rochester, NY, is a rapidly growing healthcare technology, software and services company focused on addressing the crisis of substance use disorder (SUD). CHESS is the developer of a smartphone app, Connections, used by individuals in treatment for and recovery from SUD. The platform consists of three products: ePrevention eIntervention, and eRecovery. These products include smartphone applications for patients, their families, and their care team, web-based referral management, digital cognitive behavioral therapy lessons, as well as an analytics and benchmarking engine. CHESS Health customers also include SUD treatment providers, state and local governments, and health plans.
The Position
CHESS Health is looking for a highly motivated Accountant with strong problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to navigate at a fast-pace and prioritize deadlines with flexibility as business needs change. This position will work closely with the VP Finance to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, contribute to the month-end close process, and other related financial activities. Key responsibilities include:
Oversee CHESS’s financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries and reconciliations.
Maintain QuickBooks by processing financial transactions, establishing accounts, posting transactions, and takes action to correct errors or problems
Provide outside auditors with assistance gathering account information and documents to perform the audit
Prepare a variety of financial reports including income statements and balance sheets, by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
Assist in implementation of new processes and technology projects
Balance payroll, documents all transactions related to an employee’s wages and benefits, including commission, bonuses, and hourly pay
Handle customer billing and collections
Ensure accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to general ledger
Compile financial data to aid in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports
Assist in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing reports, and advising management on needed actions
Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures
Work Schedule, Location, and Compensation
The position is full-time, core office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00pm EST, requiring flexibility to support the business outside of these core hours, as needed
This position will be based in Rochester, NY generally on a hybrid basis. This position will work remotely from a dedicated home office as well as required to report to the office in East Rochester at a minimum full day Wednesday, and more frequently as needed. Flexibility is required, to include the ability to report to the East Rochester office upon request and/or work from the office for extended periods of time
The annual compensation for this position is $60-75K, depending on experience. This position is not bonus eligible.
Your Value Proposition
Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 1-3 years of professional accounting experience strongly preferred
Exceptional understanding of accounting rules and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required
Knowledge of payroll, benefits distribution, and garnishments required
Strong knowledge of cash management principles, payroll policies and procedures required
Advanced knowledge of/experience with Excel and Microsoft Office applications required
Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills with ability to work collaboratively, build strong relationships, share best practices, and contribute ideas to support colleagues, CHESS Health, and our customers while working in matrix environment
Creative, innovative, resourceful, self-directed critical thinker who thrives working in a fast-paced environment, can navigating ambiguity, maintain attention to detail and a sense of urgency
Strong project management, multitasking, problem-solving, analytic, and decision-making skills
Willingness to be a team player in supporting colleagues, sharing best practices, and contributing ideas to make colleagues, CHESS Health, and its customers more successful
Professional experience within SUD/behavioral health/healthcare/healthcare technology industry is preferred
Our Value Proposition
Competitive compensation and benefits, including a company-paid employee health plan option effective your first day of employment
Opportunities to provide new and innovative solutions to business challenges
Our teams ensure every customer interaction is exceptional; as such, you will be the driving force behind our high-level customer interaction
A collaborative work environment, where you will be surrounded by highly motivated and passionate people all working together toward the same goal
CHESS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind during the hiring process, including but not limited to discrimination based on race, color, sex, disability, protected Veteran status, nationality, religion, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factor. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please contact us to request an accommodation.