Staff Accountant

Effingham Health System; Springfield (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Life insurance

Job summary

Effingham Health System is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Alabama. You will manage general accounting tasks, prepare financial statements, and assist with budgeting and forecasting while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include month-end close, ledger reconciliation, and supporting audits. Strong Excel skills and healthcare accounting experience are preferred. A Bachelor’s degree is a plus, with at least three years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• Three years of accounting/finance experience; healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong Excel/Word/PowerPoint skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and reconcile ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Provide forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis support.
• Assist month-end close and post journal entries.
• Maintain capital asset ledgers and depreciation schedules.
• Support internal and external audits and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Are you interested in building a career with other TOP PERFORMERS?

Committed to providing exceptional care and services in an environment that supports professional growth, diversity, and inclusion.

Every team member's experience and work-life balance are a priority in our organization.

EHS culture encourages and supports individuals in pursuing their career goals and wellbeing by providing work-life balance, flexible scheduling, career development, and all the benefits and perks you need for you and your family.

Benefits:

• Retirement plan 403 (b) and 457
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Hospital Discount
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Extended Days off (Sick time)
• Employee assistance program
• Strive365 Wellness Program
• Basic Life insurance (Employer Paid)
• Voluntary Life insurance/Accident/Critical Illness
• Disability (LTD and STD)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Legal and ID Shield
• Discounted Gym membership
• Cafeteria Payroll Deduction
• Employee Perks Program
• Student Loan Relief and Assistance
• Employee Rewards and Recognition Program
• Bereavement Leave

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Accounting Manager in collaboration with the Controller, the Staff Accountant performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements, such as balance sheets, profit, and loss statements, cash flow statements and capital expenditure schedules. Prepares records, analyzes and reports accounting transactions, and ensures the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with TJC, federal and state guidelines, organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Provides financial support including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from the budget. Communicates with medical staff, other departments, and outside agencies while maintaining confidentiality.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

1. Responsible for developing information needed for specific projects and reports as needed by the Accounting Manager.
2. Assists the Finance Leadership and Director of Decision Support with budget preparations and monitoring of monthly departmental operational budgets.
3. Prepares month-end closing journal entries for each period and posts in the general ledger.
4. Reconcile various receivables, prepaid expenses, amortization, liabilities, and various P & L accounts and explain variances.
5. Reconciles all bank statements and general ledger bank accounts.
6. Posts the Nursing Home monthly receipts and revenue to the general ledger.
7. Completes monthly post-closing reports for review by Accounting Manager and Controller.
8. Maintains the capital asset ledger and runs monthly depreciation schedules.
9. Prepares the Accounts Receivable and Capital reports and forwards them to the Accounting Manager.
10. Prepares the contract billing receivable report.
11. Prepares invoices as assigned.
12. Distributes monthly cost center schedules.
13. Assists external auditors in year-end audits and prepares various account analyses.
14. Maintains equipment and workspace in a neat and organized manner.
15. Reports hazardous conditions/equipment problems to Controller and/or maintenance promptly, and records in maintenance log.
16. Investigates, gather information and answer routine queries arising from Administration and Directors.
17. Creates standard and ad hoc reports for Administration and other departments as requested.
18. Develops and maintains advanced Excel spreadsheets.
19. Apply basic accounting knowledge and techniques to all areas of work.
20. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Level of Education: Education level equivalent to completion of Associate's Degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred, and three years directly related experience and/or training, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Formal Training: knowledge of finance or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with Strong numeracy and analytical skills, good problem-solving and time management skills, highly organized and detail-oriented, and Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: None

Work Experience: Three (3) years recent full-time paid experience performing increasingly responsible accounting/finance work, healthcare industry preferred.

Computer skills: Candidates must possess advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.