Staff Accountant

PURPOSE OF POSITION: 

To ensure financial integrity by supporting accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, month-end close and reconciliations. The role will produce and analyze data to support decisions of internal management and improve accounting processes.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reconcile and record bi-weekly payroll entries for employees and independent contractors.
• Manage cash reporting of actual and forecast inflow and outflow on the daily cash management report.
• Complete daily and monthly reconciliation of the bank account.
• Prepare reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts including completion of necessary journal entries.
• Record monthly inventory usage. 
• Quarterly inventory reconciliation.
• Assist and oversee monthly client billing and collections with engagement with third party claims representatives.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal staff on invoicing, bill payments, cash receipts, and revenue.
• Reconcile accounts receivable system and accounts payable to general ledger.
• Maintain Excel fixed asset schedules, post all related journal entries, and reconcile as needed.
• Produce proforma income statements for proposals to potential clients as needed.
• Assist with all finance and accounting operations including all client and third-party billing, A/R, A/P, GL, inventory accounting and payroll.
• Communicate and work with coworkers, management clients, vendors and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Develop, recommend, and implement approved standard operating process improvements. 
• Perform other accounting duties as deemed necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Involves speaking to vendors and customers on the phone.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 
• Experience: 5 years of experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls, medical claim reporting is a plus.
• Other: Must have the ability to organize with excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills (oral and written) necessary. High volume-transactional experience needed.