Staff Accountant I

Summary

LifeStance Health is a mental health practice group seeking a Staff Accountant I to support accurate and timely financial reporting. The role assists with month-end close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, audits, financial analysis, and accounting process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
• Prepare standard journal entries and assist with month-end close activities under supervision
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies
• Support documentation and execution of accounting procedures and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data
• Respond to basic financial and accounting inquiries by gathering and organizing data
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation
• Identify and escalate discrepancies, errors, or process gaps to senior team members
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend efficiency enhancements
• Support ad hoc accounting and finance projects as needed

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, foundational accounting knowledge, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or 4 years relevant experience required
• 0–2 years of accounting or relevant internship experience
• Basic understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, take direction, and develop professionally
• Ability to analyze data and identify discrepancies with guidance
• Adaptability and openness to feedback
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Demonstrates awareness, inclusivity, and respect in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Pivot tables preferred
• Netsuite and Blackline experience preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• strong attention to detail, foundational accounting knowledge, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or 4 years relevant experience required
• 0–2 years of accounting or relevant internship experience
• Basic understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, take direction, and develop professionally
• Ability to analyze data and identify discrepancies with guidance
• Adaptability and openness to feedback
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Demonstrates awareness, inclusivity, and respect in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Nice to Haves

• pivot tables preferred
• Netsuite and Blackline experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401k retirement savings with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Program