Junior Accountant

Eisner Health Open • Los Angeles, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Accountant supports Eisner Health’s Finance Department by maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring the integrity of accounting transactions, and facilitating timely financial reporting. The role includes balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable review, month-end and year-end closing support, audit preparation, financial analysis, and general accounting activities. It also provides payroll and human resources administrative support, including timecard review, payroll discrepancy resolution, and processing Verification of Employment requests. The successful candidate will apply accounting principles, use Microsoft Excel to analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, maintain supporting documentation, exercise sound judgment, protect confidential information, and collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Downtown Los Angeles. Depending on organizational needs, it may transition to a hybrid schedule of four days on-site and one remote workday per week.

Requirements

• One to two years of relevant accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience preparing balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Experience supporting internal or external audits.
• Experience with accounts payable processes, including invoice review and supporting documentation.
• Experience with accounts receivable receipts and revenue posting.
• Working knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, functions, data analysis, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to learn and effectively use accounting, financial reporting, and human resources information systems.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, manage competing deadlines, and maintain productivity in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to departmental objectives.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting or a healthcare environment.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems or healthcare financial systems.
• Familiarity with grant accounting, restricted funding, and related compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze accounts, investigate variances, and research discrepancies to ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
• Maintain organized accounting records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports, schedules, and analyses using Microsoft Excel and applicable financial systems.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing financial information for internal reporting and management decision-making.
• Review accounts payable invoices for general ledger coding, supporting documentation, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, and assist with payment matters.
• Support accounts receivable activities, including reviewing and posting receipts and revenues.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to obtain documentation, resolve transaction issues, and facilitate timely processing.
• Compile, organize, and provide financial records and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Maintain reconciliations, schedules, and documentation to support audit readiness.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; communicate identified discrepancies or control concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance Excel spreadsheets using formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and other applicable functions.
• Analyze financial data to support reconciliations, variance investigations, and management reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial information in applicable accounting systems and identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and data accuracy.
• Review, verify, and approve employee timecards in accordance with established procedures.
• Communicate timekeeping discrepancies to supervisors and follow up to ensure timely resolution.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and assist with payroll-related inquiries.
• Process Verification of Employment requests received from Human Resources.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual of 7.08 hours per pay period, based on 26 pay periods annually.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Up to 40 hours of paid jury duty leave annually.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA-eligible and PPO plan options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
• Employer-sponsored life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Chiropractic and acupuncture coverage for 30 visits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed