Staff Accountant

Paycom; Louisiana; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Health Insurance

401K Plan Benefits

Paid Vacation

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Paycom is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant based in Louisiana. The position involves assisting the Controller in maintaining financial records, preparing audits, and ensuring compliance with DHHS regulations.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minimum of five years in relevant fields. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401K plans, along with a family-friendly work environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant accounting, auditing and/or fiscal administration experience.
• Medical experience is helpful.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and review monthly entries including prepaids and fixed assets.
• Track restricted funds and ensure compliance for federal and state grants.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Independent judgment

Data analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

MIP Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced; Location: Franklin, LA 70538; Position Type: Full Time; Job Category: Accounting; Employer: Teche Health, A Federally Qualified Health Center.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is a detail-oriented, multitasking position that assists the Controller in maintaining all financial and accounting records required by DHHS regulations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing for audits, and supporting strategic financial decision-making.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in preparing monthly financial statements.
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, including review of MIP Accounting Software sub-ledger accounts, preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare, create and/or review monthly entries and templates, including prepaids, fixed assets, grants receivables and other adjusting journal entries.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgeted goals on a monthly basis.
• Track restricted funds, manage grant invoicing, and ensure financial reporting compliance for federal and state grants.
• Reconcile and/or review bank statements to general ledger.
• Assist in reviewing and approval of accounts payable vouchers for processing according to approved budgets.
• Assist with revenue cycle operations, including data entries and performance metrics.
• Reconcile trial balance accounts monthly.
• Prepare schedules and documents as requested for external financial audits.
• Assist with the accounting for and preparation of reports in conjunction with Federal and State grant assistance programs.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Support the creation, review and revision of grant budgets and the organization’s annual budget.
• Assist in the yearly 1099 process.
• Assist with mandatory reports such as UDS (Uniform Data System) metrics.
• Assist with maintenance of the fixed asset records.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with five years relevant accounting, auditing and/or fiscal administration experience. Medical experience helpful.

Abilities

• Effectively communicate with co-workers, patients, and community representatives. Good oral and written skills are necessary to accomplish the above-mentioned duties.
• Calculate numbers, correct entries, and post to records.
• Use independent judgment and manage confidential information.
• Gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Operate Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Vision and Dental Health Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Long Term Benefits
• Short Term Benefits
• Free Life Insurance
• 401K Plan Benefits
• Paid VacationPaid Sick Time
• Set Schedule
• National Health Service Corps Site
• 11 paid holidays
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness through Federal and State Programs

Eligibility Requirements

• All employees must meet eligibility standards to be considered for the position.
• Internal applicants must have been with the organization for at least one year, with no disciplinary actions on file.
• Applicants not with the organization for a year need approval from direct supervisor.

Due to CMS Mandate all applicants must be fully vaccinated prior to onboarding with Teche Health, with the exception of an approved Medical or Religious Exemption.