Staff Accountant

Nexus Health Systems; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a focus on accuracy and compliance in the healthcare sector. If you're ready to contribute to a collaborative environment where your financial expertise will help drive success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in accounting, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank statements and maintain balance sheets.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and assist in month-end close.
• Gather data for financial audits and maintain records.

Skills

Bank Reconciliation

Journal Entries

Financial Statement Preparation

Expense Management

Payroll Accounting

Financial Audits

Data Analysis

Accounting Software

Education

BA/BS Degree in Accounting

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Position Summary

The Staff Accountant performs detailed accounting functions for the company relating to the recording of transactions and the production of financial statements and performance metrics.

Job Specific Responsibilities

1. Reconcile bank statements by comparing statements with the general ledger.
2. Develop journal entries and related support for input into the company’s general ledger.
3. Maintain and reconcile balance sheets; analyze and report variances.
4. Manage expense reimbursement and P-card system to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting principles, including setting up users, validating expenses, and creating month-end entries.
5. Verify accuracy of expenses and the coding from facilities.
6. Prepare payroll journal entries, including accruals.
7. Assist in the month-end close process.
8. Gather, analyze, and provide data for financial audits based on financial documentation.
9. Work closely with other accounting team members to facilitate efficient data flow and accurate accounting information.
10. Complete prepared workpapers and schedules.
11. Review company costs and coordinate with purchasing personnel to address miscoding and capital expenses.
12. Make payment decisions with the Controller based on cash flow.
13. Maintain the company’s system of accounts and keep records of all transactions.
14. Determine allocations of company-wide expenses.
15. Gather and analyze financial documentation for banking purposes.
16. Maintain the new vendor process and ensure tracking of 1099 employees for annual 1099s.
17. Maintain Fixed Assets, including monthly roll-forward.
18. Oversee records for large capital projects and ensure payments stay within budget.
19. Understand and manage accounting for prepaid expenses and capital assets.
20. Work independently on detailed tasks.
21. Perform various ad hoc duties as assigned.

Education

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting or related field or comparable work experience.

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or accounting, preferably in the healthcare industry.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare