Staff Accountant

COPE Health Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

COPE Health Solutions is seeking a driven, detail-attentive, junior-level Staff Accountant to join its growing team. The role offers ownership of individual projects and opportunities to identify and address improvements within the accounting function. The Staff Accountant will gain experience across accounting and finance operations, take ownership of core operational areas, learn new concepts and processes, and handle confidential information with sound judgment. The position manages invoicing and accounts receivable; prepares bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations and journal entries; manages commissions, employee expense reporting, and Stripe activity; and supports annual financial statement audits and state tax filings. It also develops and maintains accounting policies, procedures, and workflows, identifies opportunities for process improvement and automation, and provides general accounting, finance, and administrative support as needed. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position based in Los Angeles, California, with travel of up to 10%. The role reports to the Controller and has no direct reports. The stated salary is $70,304.00.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. degree required.
2–3 years of corporate accounting experience.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Professional, business-oriented communication style.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Detail-driven, able to prioritize workflow and manage projects independently.
Able to collaborate effectively while handling multiple projects on various timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical thinking skills and a dedicated work ethic.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.
Proficiency with Sage Intacct Enterprise Solutions or similar programs.
Knowledge of account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements.
Knowledge of general ledger review and preparation of journal entries.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Mathematics, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance is preferred.
Preference is given to candidates pursuing a finance- or accounting-related master's degree, an MBA, or CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Manage invoicing and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely billing, collections, and account maintenance.
Prepare monthly reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare monthly reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts and ensure balances are accurate and properly supported.
Prepare monthly journal entries for review and approval by the Controller.
Manage employee and independent contractor commissions.
Assist with preparation and coordination of the annual financial statement audit.
Manage employee expense reporting, including timely submission, review, reconciliation, and compliance with company policies.
Manage and reconcile Stripe transactions, including inquiries, refunds, cancellations, and related accounting activity.
Prepare and submit monthly and annual state tax filings, ensuring compliance with deadlines and requirements.
Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency, reduce turnaround times, strengthen internal controls, and streamline processes.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within accounting and finance functions.
Provide general accounting, finance, and administrative support as needed and perform additional duties assigned by the Controller.