ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT-FT

Memorial Regional Health•Craig, CO

6d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a compensation range of $22.26 to $33.38 per hour. The Accounting Assistant will perform various accounting functions including monthly close responsibilities, accounts payable services, processing bank deposits, and journal entry posting. The role also involves adhering to organizational values, maintaining effective communication, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and safety procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in accounting or business administration.
Healthcare Accounting experience.
Four (4) years of complete accounting experience, including accounts payable, payroll, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements according to GAAP.
Knowledge of EPIC, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Payroll Systems.

Responsibilities

Performs monthly close responsibilities, including downloading bank statements, reconciling bank statements and balance sheet accounts, contract billing and reconciliation processing, completing sales tax filing, and preparing month-end financials and reporting for various companies.
Provides Accounts Payable services, including processing vendor invoices, completing accounts payable check runs, ensuring accuracy, maintaining vendor files, maintaining and completing all documentation for 1099s at year-end, and processing purchase order invoices.
Works closely with Materials, ensuring that the purchase orders are reconciled accurately and to the General Ledger.
Processes weekly bank deposits and journal entry posting.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.
Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.