CareSTL Health is seeking a General Ledger Accountant to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY: Maintain the day to day function of the General Ledger, procurement processes and coordinate the month end closing process with members of the accounting staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following information is considered the definition of essential functions but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The General Ledger Accountant may be reassigned duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other staffing reasons.

1. Ensure data accuracy when posting to the general ledger on a daily basis while maintaining the integrity of the trial balance.
2. Analyze financial information and assist the Director of Accounting and Senior Accountant with the analysis of general ledger accounts when preparing month end financial statements.
3. Support monthly and annual close processes.
4. Prepare, maintain and review purchasing files and records, price lists, the status of requisitions, contracts and orders, locate suppliers, monitor subcontractor performance, calculate the cost of orders, ensure invoices are charged to the appropriate accounts, and monitor inventory transfer forms for bookkeeping records.
5. Maintain chart of accounts, prepare journal entries to post to general ledger, including expense accounts. Establish procurement strategies for acquisition, receiving and tracking of project materials that optimize quality, cost and timely delivery criteria.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Maintain Petty Cash and Cash box.
• Process Weekly Purchase Orders.
• Assists Director of Accounting and Senior Accountant in developing reports and schedules for year-end audit.
• Backup Support to Accounts Payable and Accounting Clerk positions.
• All other duties assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or in related field

Experience:

2- 3 years of experience in Accounting. Must have experience in maintaining the general ledger, cost analysis, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• This position will be responsible for all areas relating to financial accounting and
• This position will also be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practice, procedures, and internal controls to ensure the preparation of accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices).

Additional Information:

• Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Full benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

*We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.*