What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant position at The Intersect Group?
Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable (AR)
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant – AR is responsible for supporting revenue and accounts receivable operations, including billing, cash application, reconciliations, and financial analysis. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, timely collections, and compliance with internal controls while working cross-functionally with internal teams and external hospital clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries related to revenue and accounts receivable
- Maintain and track revenue-related documentation and files
- Create and manage billing briefs based on customer contract terms
- Process daily cash applications and post customer payments to the AR ledger
- Generate and distribute customer invoices in accordance with contract timelines
- Monitor outstanding AR balances and follow up with hospital clients to support collections
- Review and audit financial documents to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Compile and analyze general ledger data and accounting records for internal use
- Assist with annual financial audits, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation
- Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate balance sheet reporting
- Analyze revenue fluctuations and provide explanations for variances
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and maintain financial security standards
- Maintain organized and standardized financial records and documentation
- Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely, professional, and confidential manner
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and clarify processes
- Provide backup support to the Accounts Receivable team as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable
- Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills (percentages, ratios, reconciliations)
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Sage Intacct
- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs)
- Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition