The Staff Accountant will support the Assistant Controller in managing the financial operations of the company. This role involves a variety of accounting tasks, including maintaining the general ledger, processing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with payroll, and supporting financial reporting and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments within a dynamic growth-oriented company.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Maintenance:

• Assist in maintaining the general ledger, including but not limited to, posting journal entries and reconciling accounts.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Accounts Payable (A/P):

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Initiate and manage electronic funds transfers (EFT) and wire payments.

Accounts Receivable (A/R):

• Generate and send out invoices to clients.
• Track and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Perform customer account reconciliations.

Payroll Processing:

• Assist in processing payroll and related transactions.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll disbursements.

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the Assistant Controller in financial analysis and reporting.

Bank Reconciliations:

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of cash balances.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.

Expense Tracking:

• Monitor and track company expenses.
• Ensure proper documentation and approval of expenses.

Budget Support:

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Provide support in budget variance analysis.

Compliance and Audit Support:

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Assist in preparing for audits and liaising with external auditors.

System Implementation Support:

• Provide support during system implementations and transitions.
• Assist in data migration and system testing.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Assist in implementing new processes and procedures.

Data Entry and Record Keeping:

• Perform data entry tasks to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ensure proper filing and organization of financial documents.

Interdepartmental Collaboration:

• Work with other departments to gather necessary information for financial reporting.
• Provide support in resolving any interdepartmental financial issues.

Miscellaneous Accounting Tasks:

• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and tasks as needed.
• Provide general support to the accounting and finance team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Oracle NetSuite).
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the healthcare industry.
• Familiarity with system implementations and transitions.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment.
• May require occasional overtime during peak periods.