Staff Accountant (Healthcare Industry Experience)

Position Overview: 

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards within a healthcare, pharmaceutical, hospital, or doctors' group setting. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry and a strong understanding of the unique financial processes and regulations in these sectors. This position has hybrid flexibility after six months.

Responsibilities:

• General Ledger Management:
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and allocations.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable:
• Process vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payment of expenses.
• Manage billing and collections, including patient billing (if applicable), insurance claims, and reimbursements.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue payments.
• Financial Reporting:
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Compliance & Audit Support:
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and other relevant healthcare financial standards.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and supporting the audit process.
• Expense Management:
• Monitor and track departmental expenses, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Work closely with other departments, including billing, payroll, and procurement, to ensure accurate financial data and reporting.
• Provide financial insights and support to management for decision-making purposes.

$50,000 - $60,000 a year