Staff Accountant

Empath Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & Wellness

PTO (5+ weeks)

CEU support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Empath Health is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance Team. The Accountant will prepare financial statements, perform general ledger reconciliations, and assist with regulatory reporting for Empath Health and Affiliates.

Requires a Bachelor's in accounting and 3+ years of GL experience; proficiency in Excel and Workday preferred. This not-for-profit healthcare organization offers competitive pay, benefits, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; 3+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience, healthcare preferred.
• Experience in complex accounting systems; hospice or not-for-profit healthcare preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; Workday experience highly preferred.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with multi-entries required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality assurance review over routine work of General Ledger Accountants and general ledger coding by parties externally to General Ledger Personnel.
• Record, reconcile, analyze and/or approve payroll and cash receipts activity.
• Prepare and/or monitor accruals for significant liability areas such as MHB, Workers Compensation, Room & Board, Inpatient and Respite.
• Record and maintain work-in-process and fixed asset subledgers and reconciling to the general ledger.
• Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations and bank reconciliations and perform analysis of these items.
• Prepare necessary schedules for Federal, State and local grant reporting compliance.
• Review and summarize contracts/agreements; and research, as necessary, and apply appropriate accounting treatment related to fund accounting and trusts.

Skills

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Empath Health is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance Team. The Accountant is responsible for accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and other general ledger-related reconciliations and reporting for Empath Health and its’ Affiliates, and is responsible for certain regulatory compliance including, but not limited to State and Federal tax returns, Federal and State cost reports and Federal, State and Local grant reporting. The Accountant will also assist with preparation of entity and grant related operating budgets.

What You'll Do

• Provide quality assurance review over routine work of General Ledger Accountants and general ledger coding by parties externally to General Ledger Personnel.
• Record, reconcile, analyze and/or approve payroll and cash receipts activity.
• Prepare and/or monitor accruals for significant liability areas such as MHB, Workers Compensation, Room & Board, Inpatient and Respite.
• Record and maintain work-in-process and fixed asset subledgers and reconciling to the general ledger.
• Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations and bank reconciliations and perform analysis of these items.
• Prepare necessary schedules for Federal, State and local grant reporting compliance.
• Review and summarize contracts/agreements; and research, as necessary, and apply appropriate accounting treatment related to fund accounting and trusts.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required. 3+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience, public accounting or healthcare, is preferred.
• Experience in complex accounting systems, hospice, or not-for-profit healthcare is desired.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and account reconciliation process.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office. Workday experience is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with multi-entries is required.

What You'll Find At Empath Health

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.