Accountant

Appling Healthcare•Baxley, GA

14d

About The Position

Job Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries (monthly, quarterly, year-end) Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts Perform monthly bank reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Support preparation of financial statements and schedules Track prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets Maintain depreciation schedules Process vendor invoices accurately and timely Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation when applicable Prepare weekly or bi-weekly check runs / ACH payments Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies Maintain vendor files and W-9 documentation Support 1099 preparation and reporting Assist with cash posting review and reconciliation Monitor daily cash receipts and deposits Support accounts receivable reconciliations to the general ledger Assist leadership with AR aging reports and trend analysis Help identify unusual variances or payment issues

Requirements

2–5 years of accounting experience preferred
Experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations required
Experience with accounts payable, payroll accounting, or cost reporting preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
Associate degree in Accounting with relevant healthcare or public-sector experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in healthcare, hospital, or rural health setting strongly preferred
Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, or governmental reimbursement a plus
Continuing education in accounting, healthcare finance, or regulatory compliance preferred