Staff Accountant

HEALing Community Health; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

HEALing Community Health seeks a Staff Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support sound fiscal stewardship.

Based in Atlanta, GA, this on-site role reports to the CFO and performs month-end close, journal entries, and grant compliance while coordinating with program leaders to ensure financial integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, grants management, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Background check and regulatory screenings required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and GAAP-compliant accounting transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and cash reconciliations.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide improvement recommendations.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and grant reporting.
• Support audits and compliance with HIPAA and HRSA requirements.

Skills

GAAP

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Grants management

Internal controls

Analytical

Organization

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

# Staff AccountantHot JobAtlanta, GA 30331## OverviewSalary Range$58,200.00 - $77,100.00 Salary/yearLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeCategoryAccounting## Staff Accountant| **Position Information** | || --- | --- || Company | HEALing Community Health || Job Title | Staff Accountant || Department | Finance || Job Classification | Full-Time, Exempt || Work Schedule | Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs. || Reporting Relationship | Reports to the Chief Financial Officer || Supervisory Responsibility | None || Location | On-site, Atlanta, GA || Date Approved | \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_ |**PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITY (JOB PURPOSE)**The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records and supporting sound financial stewardship through accurate accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance activities. This position oversees day-to-day accounting operations, assists with financial planning and analysis, supports HRSA and grant compliance requirements, and collaborates with operational leaders to ensure effective financial management across the organization.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS***The following are the essential functions of this position. The employee must be able to perform each of these functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.***Operational Oversight*** Provides day-to-day functional oversight, coaching, and support to accounting and billing staff to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant work. This position does not have direct reports and does not carry authority for hiring, discipline, or performance evaluation.* Assists in the preparation of financial, grant, audit, cost report, UDS, and regulatory reports.* Supports continuous improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.* Collaborates with operational leaders to resolve billing, reimbursement, and patient account issues.* Performs other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.**Accounting and Financial Reporting*** Maintains the general ledger and records accounting transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).* Prepares accurate monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and journal entries.* Oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash reconciliations, and other routine accounting functions.* Reviews financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational policies.* Analyzes financial results and identifies trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.* Supports audits and responds to requests from external auditors and regulatory agencies.**Budgeting and Financial Analysis*** Assists in developing annual operating and grant budgets.* Develops financial models, forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses.* Prepares financial presentations and reports for executive leadership and the Board.* Partners with department leaders to monitor financial performance and productivity.**Compliance and Confidentiality*** Maintains the confidentiality of financial, patient, and employee information in accordance with HIPAA, the HEAL confidentiality policy, and applicable federal and state law.* Adheres to HEAL policies, HRSA Health Center Program requirements, and applicable grant terms and conditions.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS****Required*** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.* Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience.* Knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, grants management, and internal controls.* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.* Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.* Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service.* Must clear a background check and federal and state exclusion screening, including the Office of Inspector General List of Excluded Individuals and Entities, the System for Award Management, and the Georgia Medicaid exclusion list, prior to and throughout employment.**Preferred*** Healthcare, nonprofit, or Federally Qualified Health Center accounting experience.* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).* Experience with accounting and practice management software.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS***The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.* Occasionally lifts, carries, or moves items weighing up to 20 pounds.* Regularly reviews detailed financial documents and communicates information accurately, in person, in writing, and by telephone.**WORK ENVIRONMENT*** Professional office environment with regular interaction with staff, patients, vendors, and external partners.* May be present in areas of the health center where patients receive care.**ADDITIONAL DUTIES**This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned or added at any time to meet organizational needs.**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**HEALing Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HEAL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.**REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION**HEALing Community Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.