Staff Accountant

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.•Hazard, KY

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant is accountable for the timely and accurate preparation and maintenance of financial statements, encompassing all accounts on the organization’s Balance Sheets and Income Statements. The role also supports general ledger policies and procedures and may assist with tax returns, budgeting, invoice review and approval, cash functions, and backup coverage for teammates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Three to five years of accounting experience.
Experience preparing monthly financial statements and reconciling asset and liability accounts.
Experience preparing tax returns and performing various accounting functions.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong technical and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements.
Ability to reconcile asset and liability accounts accurately.
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lawson.

Responsibilities

Prepare and evaluate monthly financial statements, related exhibits, and accompanying memorandums in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts accurately and on time as defined by the Controller.
Prepare schedules used by auditors to determine the accuracy of accounting records.
Prepare the month-end financial package, including miscellaneous reports and related exhibits.
May prepare tax returns and financial surveys.
May review and approve assigned invoices for accuracy and payment.
May assist in budget preparation.
May provide backup support to other teammates as needed.
Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures related to the general ledger function.
May perform duties in the organization’s cash function.
Perform other duties as assigned.