ACCOUNTING CLERK M-F, Days

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Job Summary: Responsible for performing clerical accounting tasks in maintaining the general ledger, processes accounting data. 

Demonstrates   Competency in the Following Areas:

Distributes monthly expense reports to all departments.

Reconciles the following accounts:   Interest Bearing Account, Payroll Account, and Arvest Account.

Delivers monthly QI report to the   Employee Health department.

Processes JRMC credit card receipts   and pays the balance each month when it comes due.

Clears checks for the cash account   and payroll account.

Reviews all documents for   mathematical errors.

Prepares the FTE’s after every pay   period.

Processes all accounting data   according to hospital guidelines.

Processes invoices.

Assists the Accounting Manager in   preparation for the yearly audit.

Makes daily deposits on the   cafeteria, admissions, and mail-in accounts.

Audits petty cash drawers.

Scans and stores all entries and   deposits into Laserfiche.

Reviews system generated payroll   reports for errors and discrepancies.

Maintains list of contracts with   companies and doctors.

Balances cash receipts with the   Business Office.

Ensures files are accurately   completed and maintained on a continual basis.

Maintains a good working relationship   within the department and with other departments.

Answers the phone in a professional   manner, answers general accounting and payroll questions.

Maintains confidentiality of all   records.

Performs additional duties as   requested.

Supports and maintains a culture of   safety and quality.

Professional    Requirements:

Maintains patient/employee   confidentiality at all times.

Reports to work on time and as   scheduled, completes work within designated time.

Wears identification while on duty.

Attends staff meetings, or reads and   returns all staff meeting minutes.

Represents the organization in a   positive and professional manner.

Actively participates in performance   improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Requirements

Regulatory Requirements:

· High school graduate or equivalent.

· Preferred two (2) years experience in an accounting department.

Language Skills:

· Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Skills:

· Computer knowledge required.

· General knowledge of clerical accounting practices i.e., processing forms, reconciling accounts.

· Knowledgeable of office equipment.

Physical Demands:

· Normal hospital environment. Close eye work.  Hearing within normal range. Oral communication. Operates 10-key calculator, typewriter, telephone, PC.  Continuous sitting. Occasional walking and bending. May lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.