Staff Accountant

Avant Healthcare Professionals

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Department monitors and reviews the various financial plans, budgets and policies, accounting practices, shareholders and the financial community in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board. The Staff Accountant plays a crucial role in the daily accounting operations of the company. This position offers extensive accounting and financial support to the Accounting Manager and other key leaders at the organization. The Staff Accountant deals with various general ledger functions, such as fixed assets, cash, accounts receivable, balance sheet reconciliations, and revenue recognition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field required.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience full cycle accounting.
Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to multitask multiple priorities simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Ability to work in a team environment, fostering positive relationships with team members and managers
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Office)
Compliance and monitoring experience
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) certification and ability to obtain and maintain

Responsibilities

Perform month-end closing tasks including prepare and record journal entries and reconciliations
Assist with month-end budget vs actual analysis, variance analysis, review of proper GL department and GL assignment, gather financial information and prepare necessary journal entries
Conduct daily, weekly, and/or monthly account analyses
Research reconciling items and work on resolution
Assist with fixed asset roll forward and record depreciation
Review accounting guidance (US GAAP) and apply it to business transactions
Maintain documentation and supporting schedules for assigned tasks
Generate and distribute business reports to internal users
Collaborate with Finance team members on annual business plans and forecasts
Support internal and external audit processes
Identify and execute process improvements
Adhere to internal financial controls and ethical standards
Participate in special projects
Apply Cash payments to AR
Work closely with the department heads to understand and ensure accuracy of all financial reporting activity
Assist in preparation and distribution of financial statements
Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule
Manage and input accounts payables, receivables, credit card settlement posting, according to schedules
Document business transactions and SOPs
Other duties as assigned