Staff Accountant

Acadia Healthcare•Columbia, MO

About The Position

Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives on accuracy and impact? Join our team as a Staff Accountant and play a key role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field)
2+ years of accounting experience (healthcare a plus!)
Strong Excel skills and sharp analytical mindset
High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
Two years’ accounting experience in a healthcare setting required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain financial records (P&L, assets, liabilities)
Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports
Lead month-end close activities (journal entries & reconciliations)
Investigate and resolve account discrepancies
Deliver timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
Ensure compliance, accuracy, and audit-ready financials
Maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability or other financial activities within the facility.
Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Analyze financial data in order to prepare financial reports.
Prepare and examine financial reports to ensure the records are accurate and timely.
Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
Prepare month end journal entries and GL account reconciliations within established time frame.
Prepare required financial reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis as required.
Ensure the financial records are accurate and filed timely.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.