Staff Accountant II

Swope Health • Kansas City, MO

2d

About The Position

As a Staff Accountant II, you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial operations by performing a wide range of professional accounting duties. This position is responsible for general accounting activities, contract billing, revenue and expense analysis, and various tasks that contribute to accurate financial reporting and compliance. You will collaborate with internal departments, support audit activities, and ensure the integrity of financial data within assigned areas. Primary Responsibilities Contract Billing & Accounts Receivable Prepare and issue invoices for all assigned contracts in accordance with company policies and contract terms. Monitor and track outstanding payments; follow up with internal teams or customers as needed. Reconcile contract billing records and ensure accurate revenue recognition. General Accounting Complete all assigned journal entries accurately and on schedule. Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing tasks for assigned departments. Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies. Assist with maintenance and accuracy of accounting schedules and supporting documentation. Financial Review & Reporting Review department-level revenue and expense activity, investigating variances and trends. Assist management in providing timely, meaningful financial insights. Support preparation of internal financial statements and reporting packages. Audit & Compliance Assist with corporate audits by preparing schedules, providing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries. Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements. Cross-Functional Support Collaborate with operations, finance, and administrative teams to resolve accounting-related issues. Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal control effectiveness. Perform additional related duties or special projects as assigned. Swope Health Services supports its team members with: Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision 401(k) retirement plan with company match Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day. About Swope Health Services: Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community. Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of two years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality of financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and standard accounting practices.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the healthcare industry is helpful but not required.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices for all assigned contracts in accordance with company policies and contract terms.
• Monitor and track outstanding payments; follow up with internal teams or customers as needed.
• Reconcile contract billing records and ensure accurate revenue recognition.
• Complete all assigned journal entries accurately and on schedule.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing tasks for assigned departments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies.
• Assist with maintenance and accuracy of accounting schedules and supporting documentation.
• Review department-level revenue and expense activity, investigating variances and trends.
• Assist management in providing timely, meaningful financial insights.
• Support preparation of internal financial statements and reporting packages.
• Assist with corporate audits by preparing schedules, providing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and administrative teams to resolve accounting-related issues.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal control effectiveness.
• Perform additional related duties or special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment
• Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees