Junior Accountant

Priority Life Care•Fort Wayne, IN

28d

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist supports the accounting function by performing a combination of accounts receivable duties, general ledger activities, and financial reconciliations. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely reporting. The Accounting Specialist will progressively develop a deeper understanding of accounting processes through hands-on experience, cross-training, and collaboration with the Accountant and Sr Director of Compliance and Revenue Management, gaining exposure to month-end close, variance analysis, and audit support.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
1–3 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and AR transactions.
Generates and distributes invoices in accordance with company practices.
Maintains customer account records and resolves discrepancies.
Monitors aging reports and follows up on past-due accounts.
Assists with monthly billing and revenue reconciliation processes.
Performs monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
Assists in preparing and posting journal entries with supporting documentation.
Supports the monthly close process.
Reconciles general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Investigates and resolves variances or discrepancies in financial data.
Assists in the preparation of internal financial reports and supporting schedules.
Creates and updates reports on account status and financial activity.
Supports audit requests and ensures proper documentation and record retention.
Maintains organized financial records and filing systems.
Communicates updates and financial information to relevant stakeholders.
Works closely with the Staff Accountant to understand broader accounting functions.
Gains exposure to financial statement preparation and review processes.
May assist with duties typically performed by the Staff Accountant during peak periods.
Participates in cross-training opportunities to obtain a full scope of the accounting cycle.
Attends required meetings and training sessions.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Exceptional career advancement opportunities through our "Pathway to Promotion" program
A full range of health plans - including vision and dental!
SwiftMD - Telemedicine that is available to all employees at no cost!
Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
$10,000 Company paid Life Insurance
Family planning and support services through Maven
Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Coverage, and Critical Illness
Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Retirement savings plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
On-demand wages via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!
Employee referral bonuses
Rewards Program based on Years of Service and PLC Employee of the Year Awards!