Staff Accountant

Spring Health

. Report to the Accounting Manager .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $66,500 - $83,085 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and standard accounting principles while effectively managing day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. Proficient in utilizing AI tools and enterprise ERP systems to enhance accounting processes and ensure data accuracy.

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U.S. GAAP ComplianceJournal Entry PreparationFinancial ReportingAI Tool ApplicationERP System Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsMonth-End Close ProcessesBalance Sheet ReconciliationFluctuation AnalysisGeneral Ledger MaintenanceAccruals and ReclassesSpreadsheet Software ProficiencyFinancial Data AnalysisWorkflow ImprovementDocumentation of Accounting Processes

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration with Business TeamsAttention to DetailTimeliness

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteERP SystemsAI ToolsSpreadsheet Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingActive Pursuit of CPA Licensure

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SectorTechnology SectorFinancial Reporting StandardsInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Accounting Manager
Support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close processes, and financial reporting
Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and recurring entries with complete supporting documentation
Own assigned bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve or escalate open items
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes by completing assigned tasks accurately and on schedule
Maintain general ledger schedules for cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payroll, and other assigned accounting areas
Prepare balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analyses and explain material or unusual activity
Partner with Accounts Payable, Payroll, FP&A, Procurement, and business teams to improve financial data completeness and accuracy
Follow U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal controls; surface risks or inconsistencies before reporting
Document recurring workflows and improve accounting processes using systems, automation, and AI while validating outputs and protecting confidential information
Contribute to finance system enhancements, special projects, and other priorities as the company and accounting organization scale
Complete assigned close work by agreed deadlines
Advance at least one meaningful accounting workflow improvement each quarter
Provide timely, clear answers to finance and business partners and surface potential issues before reporting deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a high-growth environment
Strong understanding of US GAAP and standard accounting principles
Familiarity with enterprise ERP systems; NetSuite a plus
Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet software
Demonstrated AI fluency and experience applying AI tools to increase the speed and quality of work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Active pursuit of CPA licensure is nice to have
Experience in the healthcare or technology sector is nice to have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental, Vision benefits start on your first day at Spring
One Medical accounts for you and your dependents
HSA and FSA plans, with Spring contributing up to $1K for HSAs depending on plan type
Employer-sponsored 401(k) match of up to 2%
Yearly allotment of no-cost visits to Spring Health therapists, coaches, and medication management providers for you and your dependents
Competitive paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Parental leave after 6 months tenure: 18 weeks for birthing parents and 16 weeks for non-birthing parents
Access to Noom weight management program
Fertility care support through Carrot, plus $4,000 reimbursement for related fertility expenses
Access to Wellhub for fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep
Access to BrightHorizons sponsored child care, back-up care, and elder care
Up to $1,000 Professional Development Reimbursement per year
$200 per year donation matching