Staff Accountant

Emergency Care Management LLC; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Care Management LLC is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting function across multiple locations. You will prepare journal entries, reconcilations, and assist with month-end close while providing accounts payable support in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of accounting experience, knowledge of US GAAP, and strong Excel skills. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in Lafayette, LA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and month-end close processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations during month-end close.
• Support accounts payable and handling vendor documentation.
• Assist with budgeting data and ad hoc reporting.
• Identify process improvements and help implement them.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Expense management software

Close-management tools

Job description

Description

Job purpose

The Staff Accountant will support the accounting function of a private equity-backed, multi-entity healthcare management organization operating across multiple locations. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and supporting the month-end close process, while also providing accounts payable support in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Duties and responsibilities

Financial Accounting

• Maintains fixed asset records and calculates monthly depreciation
• Prepares amortization of prepaid and intangible assets
• Generates accounting entries in lease accounting software
• Identifies required monthly expense accruals
• Prepares monthly journal entries and account reconciliations as part of the month-end close
• Prepares intercompany entries and reconciles intercompany balances across entities
• Completes assigned close tasks by the deadlines on the month-end close calendar
• Prepares balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analysis to support monthly financial statement review
• Prepares PBC requests and supporting workpapers for financial statement audits

Accounts Payable

• Reviews invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, account coding, and supporting documentation
• Serves as administrator for the company's expense management software, including the setup and training of new users
• Serves as administrator for the company's credit card program
• Provides backup to key Accounts Payable functions, including invoice and expense reimbursement processing, credit card reconciliations, and check runs
• Provides guidance and support to Accounts Payable staff
• Manages 1099 reporting and other year-end vendor tax reporting requirements

Other

• Assists with gathering data for budgeting and other reporting needs of the organization
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement in assigned areas and assists with implementing those enhancements
• Prepares ad hoc reports and analysis as requested
• Supports management with various projects and tasks as needed
• Uses emerging technologies to help automate and improve day-to-day accounting processes

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

Experience

• 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Experience with ERP systems, expense management software, and close-management tools a plus
• Experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint; intermediate to advanced in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups)

Skills

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential financial information