Senior Staff Accountant

Salud Family Health•Fort Lupton, CO

4h•$68,653 - $78,951

About The Position

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the organization’s financial operations by performing a variety of accounting tasks, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within the finance team. The Senior Staff Accountant approaches his/her tasks in a team based care fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change Adheres to the spirit of the SALUD mission statement while performing assigned duties.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
High school diploma or GED required
Experience: 4–6 years of accounting experience is preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar) and MS Excel
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must work well with the patient care team
Sensitivity to low income and ethnic minority community a must

Nice To Haves

Experience in not-for-profit or health care industry is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely
Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
Maintain and update financial records in accordance with GAAP
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
Prepare and analyze financial reports for management review
Assist with audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries
Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency
Support payroll bi-weekly process as needed to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely execution
Works in conjunction with Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, Enrollment Specialists, Customer Service Associate and all other staff to ensure that patients obtain the highest standard of integrated health care
Acts as a patient advocate for our vulnerable populations by ensuring that patients are fully informed and comfortable with their visit to Salud
Adheres to all standards, protocols, and laws surrounding patient confidentiality
Follows procedures for the electronic health records system
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Starting annual wage is $68,653 to $78,951
Mon to Fri - 8 am to 5 pm
Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels)
Low employee premiums, especially given rich benefits
$25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network)
Low deductibles and co-insurance
Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities
Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies
Dental PPO plan
Includes Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities
Vision
Generous vacation accrual
10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud contributes 5% of your compensation each month (no matching employee contribution is required…you receive the contribution no matter what). Employees who have worked at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible.
403b Retirement savings plan. You can contribute pre-tax or after-tax (Roth) towards your retirement savings.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Life and AD&D
Supplemental Life and AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program