Staff Accountant

Location: Hybrid – Park Ridge, IL About Vitae Health Systems Founded in 2018, Vitae Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral health, internal medicine, and podiatry services to Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities across 10+ states. We are a fast-growing, mission-driven organization where accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial processes are essential to our success. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations across cash management, payables, credit cards, and month-end close. This role is central to ensuring accurate financial records and requires someone who can work effectively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with leaders who have a direct, task-focused communication style and who set clear expectations around accuracy and timeliness. Key Responsibilities: Cash Management & Credit Cards · Monitor, classify, and reconcile daily cash activity across multiple accounts. · Prepare and distribute daily cash updates to leadership. · Upload and match bank transactions; retrieve monthly statements; complete bank reconciliations. · Record and reconcile credit card transactions, resolve discrepancies, and prepare monthly accruals. Accounts Payable · Load invoices into AP software for approval workflows. · Assist with invoice auditing, coding accuracy, and vendor issue resolution. · Prepare monthly AP reconciliations and support the AP month-end process. General Ledger & Month-End Close · Prepare journal entries for fixed assets, prepaids, intangibles, accrued expenses, and intercompany. · Complete related reconciliations and support month-end close timelines. · Perform variance analysis and provide explanations to management. · Support audit requests and documentation as needed. Success Traits: · Strong sense of ownership and follow-through. · Able to communicate clearly when resolving discrepancies or seeking clarification. · Thrives with structured processes and accuracy-driven work. · Receptive to feedback and able to adapt quickly. · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. · 1–3 years of accounting experience (multi-entity or healthcare preferred). · Working knowledge of GAAP and month-end close procedures. · Proficiency with Excel and accounting/AP software. · Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize. · Comfortable with clear expectations, firm deadlines, and direct communication styles. · Self-starter with a continuous-improvement mindset.