Staff Accountant

Zenith American Solutions, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith American Solutions seeks a Staff Accountant to perform month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting to support finance operations. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company guidelines.

You will assist in audits, maintain internal controls, and prepare statements for management and external partners. Strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• One year of accounting experience.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP.
• Working knowledge of accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication with all levels.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Performs month-end and year-end closing including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Distributes monthly financial statements and resolves discrepancies.
• Audits financial statements for external reviewers.
• Assists in internal controls, policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Handles accrual accounting and financial statement analysis.
• Prepares statements and schedules for auditors and management reports.
• Serves as first point of contact for reconciliations and reporting queries.
• Monitors cash accounts and directs transfers as needed.
• Files Form 941 and 945; ensures timely 990/5500 filings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant provides financial accounting in accordance with Company guidelines, client needs, and legislative requirements. "Has minimum necessary access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by Job Description/Role."

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes month end and year end closing processes, including preparation and input of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and revenue summaries.
• Distributes monthly financial statements, researches and resolves income statement discrepancies, and responds to branch inquiries and requests.
• Audits financial statements for review by outside auditors.
• Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of internal accounting systems and policies and procedures to ensure operations remain in compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
• Performs accrual accounting functions including preparing and analyzing journal entries, financial statements.
• Prepares financial statements and schedules for auditors and various management reports.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for inquiries, problems and exceptions related to the review of account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Reviews and monitors assigned accounts to ensure appropriate funding; directs cash transfers as needed.
• Files 941 and 945 forms and ensures 990 and 5500 filings are timely.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• One year of experience in an accounting role.
• Thorough understanding of common accounting principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient computer skills including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a third-party administrator, insurance, or health and welfare environment.
• Prior experience in Taft-Hartley trust administration.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Working Conditions / Physical Effort

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Disability Accommodation

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal and state law, it is the policy of Zenith American Solutions to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruiting Department at [e-mail], and we would be happy to assist you.

Zenith American Solutions Real People. Real Solutions. National Reach. Local Expertise.

We are currently looking for a dedicated, energetic employee with the necessary skills, initiative, and personality, along with the desire to get the most out of their working life, to help us be our best every day.

Zenith American Solutions is the largest independent Third Party Administrator in the United States and currently operates over 44 offices nationwide. The original entity of Zenith American has been in business since 1944. Our company was formed as the result of a merger between Zenith Administrators and American Benefit Plan Administrators in 2011. By combining resources, best practices and scale, the new organization is even stronger and better than before. We believe the best way to realize our better systems for better service philosophy is to hire the best employees. We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our dedication to high-quality work, exceptional service and mutual respect.

If you’re interested in working in an environment where people - employees and clients - really matter, consider bringing your talents to Zenith American!

We realize the importance a comprehensive benefits program to our employees and their families. As part of our total compensation package, we offer an array of benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, a retirement savings 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), great opportunities for growth, and much, much more!

• health, vision, and dental coverage
• a retirement savings 401(k) plan with company match
• paid time off (PTO)
• great opportunities for growth
• and much, much more!

At Zenith American Solutions, we take immense pride in fostering a positive, respectful, and supportive work environment that provides challenging opportunities while supporting a healthy work/ life balance.

Our organizational culture is founded on principles of integrity, honesty and respect for all stakeholders, including our employees, clients, and business partners.

With a low employee turnover rate and a high rate of internal promotions and transfers, the Zenith team is proud to be a part of an 80-year legacy of excellence.

Our employees embody a spirit of integrity, take immense pride in their work, and are enthusiastic about referring others to join our team.