Accounting Specialist

VANGUARD SKIN SPECIALISTS•Colorado Springs, CO

11d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Vanguard Skin Specialists is a dermatology and plastic surgery practice serving communities in southern Colorado. Our mission is to make a positive impact on our patients, our community, and our world. This mission drives everything we do from opening offices in underserved areas to sponsoring humanitarian projects to volunteering locally and abroad. We have been continually recognized as one of the top workplaces in Colorado Springs by the Gazette and as one of the top 150 workplaces in Colorado by the Denver Post. We seek an Accounting Specialist who can ensure timely, accurate processing of accounts payable, accurate reconciliations, and reliable financial reporting. The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can operate independently, enforce financial controls, and proactively surface issues and insights to leadership. Position is entry level with opportunity for progression.

Requirements

Relevant associates or college degree in accounting (or at least 2 years equivalent, practical experience)
Demonstrated experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and generally accepted accounting practices
Proficient in Quickbooks
Knowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted principles of governmental accounting
Ability to problem solve, e.g., handling incorrect invoices, bank statement reconciliation, etc.
Must be able to drive to between office, bank, and accountant office; valid driver’s license with clean driving record required
Track record of maintaining accuracy, organization, and confidentiality
All Vanguard employees must pass drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Ramp and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Cash Management & Reconciliations Perform multi-office reconciliations, ensuring receipts, batches, EHR/PMS systems, and payment collections align.
Prepare and make bank deposits for cash and patient checks.
Conduct weekly reconciliations, including insurance payments and credit cards to bank accounts, ensuring all systems, receipts, and deposits tie without variance.
Investigate, resolve, and document discrepancies promptly; escalate unresolved issues.
Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices accurately and on schedule; verify approvals, classifications, and supporting documentation.
Manage expense reimbursements and corporate card activity in compliance with internal policies.
Check invoices for accuracy; Resolve billing disputes efficiently and professionally with vendors.
General Ledger Maintain the general ledger and ensure all entries are complete, accurate, and timely.
Support Controller, external accountant, auditors, and tax preparers with requested documentation.
Administrative & Compliance Digitize, track, and retain all receipts and financial documents in accordance with record-retention policies.
Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, confidentiality standards, and best practices.
Continuously evaluate and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.