Accountant

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

Job summary

Encompass Health in Augusta, GA seeks an Accountant to manage facility invoice payments and payroll duties, while assisting the Controller on special projects. This role requires accuracy, discretion, and the ability to work under general supervision within a healthcare setting.

Applicants should have a four-year accounting degree or equivalent experience, plus hands-on accounts payable and payroll exposure.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• The Accountant handles payment of facility invoices and payroll-related duties.
• Assists Controller with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Healthcare accounting experience

Accounts payable 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.