Accountant

Encompass Health Corporation; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Augusta, GA is seeking an Accountant to manage facility invoice payments and payroll activities while supporting the Controller on special projects. The role requires a four-year accounting degree (or equivalent experience), 3–4 years in healthcare accounting, and 2 years handling accounts payable and payroll tasks.

Strong communication and independent work capability are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to speak, read, write and communicate effectively.
• Candidate should coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for payment of facility invoices and all payroll-related functions.
• Assist Controller with special projects as assigned.
• Adhere to policies and maintain professional standards in a healthcare setting.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

3–4 years healthcare accounting experience

2 years AP and payroll experience

Job description

The Accountant assumes responsibility for appropriate payment of facility invoices, all payroll related functions and assists Controller with special projects as assigned. This position requires the ability to: perform office work directly related to management policies or general business operations; exercise discretion and independent judgment; provide regular and direct assistance to executives; and perform work, special assignments and tasks under very general supervision.

Job code: 100529

License or Certification:

• None

Education, Training and Years of Experience:

• Four year degree in accounting or related field preferred or equivalent work experience
• 3-4 years work experience in a healthcare accounting environment
• 2 years experience in accounts payable and payroll functions

Machines, Equipment Used:

• General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.

Physical Requirements:

• Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and ability push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.
• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.
• Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.
• Handicapped accessible.
• May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards:

• Meets established attendance standards.
• Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.
• May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.
• May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.
• Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.
• May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.