Finance & Accounting Coordinator at Aurora Medical Spa – Des Peres, Missouri

🌟 Join Our Team — Accounting Specialist | Aurora Medical Spa

About Aurora Medical Spa

Aurora Medical Spa was founded in 2006 and is celebrating 20 years of dedicated service in aesthetic skincare and body contouring. We have built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results through a team of highly trained professionals.

Today, Aurora is a fast-growing, multi-location company entering its next phase of growth. We are not focused on maintaining what exists — we are focused on building what comes next. As we scale, we are investing in better systems, smarter reporting, and more efficient ways of operating across all locations — including how we use data, technology, and AI to move faster and more effectively.

If you prefer highly structured, slow-moving environments — this likely isn't the right fit. If you enjoy solving problems, improving systems, and moving quickly while maintaining accuracy — you will do well here.

📌 The Role

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist who can help us scale how our finance function operates. Strong accounting fundamentals are required. Attention to detail is non-negotiable. But this role is equally about mindset.

You are someone who:

• Takes Ownership — You follow things through without needing to be closely managed
• Moves Quickly — You adapt as priorities shift without losing accuracy
• Builds Better — You actively look for more efficient ways to get things done
• Embraces Technology — You use tools, systems, and AI to reduce manual work and improve output
• Challenges the Status Quo — You're comfortable questioning outdated processes and improving them
• Thinks at Scale — You want to improve and grow systems, not just maintain them

💼 What You'll Own

Core Accounting Operations

• Manage accounts payable, vendor bill entry, and employee expense reporting
• Post journal entries and support month-end close
• Perform bank, cash, and POS-to-ERP system reconciliations

Financial Accuracy & Oversight

• Review payroll, benefits, and billing accuracy (ADP, retirement, healthcare)
• Support 1099 preparation and tax coordination with external partners
• Maintain compliance with internal policies and reporting standards

Analysis & Reporting

• Investigate variances and analyze budget vs. actual performance across locations
• Build and maintain sales and financial reporting for leadership
• Track intercompany activity, gift cards, and promotional liabilities

Process Improvement & Scaling

• Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and improve them
• Use Excel, systems, and AI tools to automate and streamline reporting
• Support financial and operational improvement projects
• Help evolve how we use data to drive faster, better decisions

Additional Responsibilities

• Support 401K funding and internal compensation reporting
• Track fixed assets, insurance schedules, and inventory performance
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects

📋 What We're Looking For

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting or finance experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Advanced Excel skills — PivotTables, INDEX/MATCH, and data analysis
• Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite or QuickBooks

Preferred Experience

• Experience with payroll systems and financial reconciliations
• Background in multi-location or high-growth environments
• Exposure to process improvement or automation initiatives
• Familiarity with tax and compliance support

🎁 What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance (full-time)
• 401k with company match
• Employee & Friends and Family discounts
• High-performing, supportive work environment

💡 Why This Role Is Different

You are stepping into a company that already performs at a high level — and is ready to level up again. This role requires someone who can balance accuracy with speed, structure with adaptability, and experience with a willingness to evolve.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact and help build something at a higher level — this is it.

Aurora Medical Spa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We hire on the basis of merit, competence, performance, and business needs.