Job Description

The Senior Financial Analyst oversees day-to-day accounting operations, leads financial reporting and analysis, and drives budgeting and forecasting to support strategic decision-making. This role manages core accounting processes in QuickBooks Pro, owns project accounting across multiple grants and contracts, and partners closely with the CFO to deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial information. The position requires a hands-on professional who can maintain GAAP-compliant, audit-ready books, improve financial systems and processes, and communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance stakeholders in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting operations in QuickBooks Pro, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.Coordinate with and oversee an outsourced accounting team to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.Lead the month-end close process and own payroll administration across multiple geographies, ensuring timely and accurate processing in line with local employment, tax, and statutory requirements.Own project accounting across multiple grants and contracts, tracking budgets, monitoring burn rates, and ensuring all expenditures comply with funder requirements.Partner closely with the CFO to develop financial reports, dashboards, and analyses that provide clear, decision-ready insights for leadership.Build and maintain the annual budget and rolling forecasts, updating projections monthly to reflect current business conditions.Conduct budget-to-actual variance analysis, interpret trends in key performance indicators, and translate findings into concise financial narratives.Proactively surface financial risks and opportunities to leadership and communicate business issues clearly and in a timely manner.Take full ownership of routine and ad-hoc financial reporting, ensuring information is accurate, well-organized, and delivered when leadership needs it.Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to financial systems and processes across accounting workflows, QuickBooks, and related tools to drive efficiency, accuracy, and stronger internal controls.Support team members internationally with financial and accounting needs, ensuring consistent standards and practices across locations.Provide administrative and analytical support to the CFO, helping prioritize tasks and ensuring smooth financial operations.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.At least 3 years of hands-on experience as an Accountant or Financial Analyst.Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Pro and the ability to independently manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end/year-end close.Thorough knowledge of GAAP and a track record of maintaining clean, audit-ready books.Experience with project accounting, including tracking budgets, monitoring burn rates, and ensuring financial compliance across multiple contracts simultaneously.Advanced Excel skills, including building financial models, variance analyses, and dashboards from scratch, as well as fluency with pivot tables, complex formulas, and data visualization.Experience using bill.com or similar platforms for payment processing and vendor management.Strong financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and budgeting capabilities.Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, translating financial data into plain-language insights that support better decisions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Degree in Accounting is strongly preferred.Experience working in a startup or growth-stage environment, ideally in health, digital health, or software.Comfort working in organizations with fewer than 500 employees and a well-rounded, hands-on approach to operational and administrative support.Familiarity with supporting a CFO or Senior finance leader, including administrative and analytical support.Experience with outsourced accounting teams and the ability to coordinate and oversee their work effectively.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with evolving priorities and ambiguity.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness in all financial deliverables.Collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with cross-functional teams.

Work Environment

This hybrid role is based in Washington, DC, with two days per week onsite (Tuesday and Thursday) and the remaining time worked remotely. The position reports directly to the CFO and functions as a key strategic and operational partner. The team works closely and values collaboration, often sharing team lunches and fostering a supportive, high-engagement culture. The work environment is that of a mission-driven, growth-stage organization, where priorities can shift quickly and initiative is encouraged. Core tools include QuickBooks Pro, Excel, bill.com, and related financial systems, and the role involves regular interaction with both internal teams and external accounting partners

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Washington, DC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Benefits\n\nFantastic, fun and collaborative colleagues; opportunity to solve tough challenges in healthcare\nAbility to be entrepreneurial and tremendous opportunities for growth\nPublic Benefit Corporation with an impact and equity mission\nCompetitive compensation and health benefits\nGenerous PTO\nHighly competitive 401K\nProfessional Development opportunities\n\nSurgo Health is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors such as skill set, prior relevant experience, education, certifications, and market considerations. In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for annual performance-based bonuses and equity (if applicable). We aim to pay salaries that are competitive, benchmarked against companies that are similar in stage, size, and market to Surgo Health.\n\nOur hiring philosophy\n\nWe hire for passion and core competencies.\nWe look for problem solvers and lateral thinkers.\nWe love it if you have done different things with your time.\nIf you think you are ideal for this position, write to us even if your experience doesn't match all the requirements listed above.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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