Executive Summary:

First Steps Recovery (“FSR” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Avesi Partners (an $884 million private equity fund with offices in Stamford, CT and Richmond, VA), is seeking to add an accountant (the “New Hire”) to the organization. The New Hire will work closely with the Company’s Director of Accounting and other billing and accounting team members to help provide financial/accounting support. Position can be performed on-site or remotely.

About the Company:

First Steps is a leading provider of adult-focused, SUD services across a full continuum of care including medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and telehealth therapy. The Company offers gender-specific therapy treatment and employs a differentiated approach to substance abuse treatment by including a medical team overlay on top of its care providers in order to offer the highest quality of clinical care, improve outcomes, and ensure a safe and comfortable patient experience. Additional information is available at www.firststepsrecovery.com/

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Job Summary: We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial record-keeping with an understanding of the healthcare industry's unique financial requirements. This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy of our financial operations, including maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and preparing financial reports

Skills / Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Certification in bookkeeping (e.g., Certified Bookkeeper, CPB) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, including general ledger functions, month/year-end close procedures, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in the healthcare industry
• Knowledge of healthcare billing and coding practices.
• Strong technical skills with MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills.
• Desire to assess, develop, and implement new systems and processes for task automation / enhanced efficiency.
• Ability to work well in a diverse, collaborative, fast-paced environment while adhering to high ethical standards.
• Ability to think strategically and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment while managing competing demands.
• Hybrid role with mix of work-from-home and in-person out of the Company’s Clovis, CA headquarters

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain accounting system (QuickBooks) and manage payroll system (ADP/Paylocity), accounts payable team/activities, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, vendors, and all payments.
• Drive ongoing process improvements to reduce the accounting close cycle, increase process efficiency, and enhance the quality of management information.
• Maintain and update financial records for healthcare transactions, including patient billing, insurance claims, and vendor payments.
• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process for AR.
• Manage accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices.
• Handle accounts receivable, including patient billing and follow-up on outstanding payments.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare industry regulations and company policies.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Monitor and track expenses to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Identify and report any discrepancies or unusual activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient and financial information.
• Ensure accurate data entry and filing of financial documents.
• Communicate with patients regarding billing inquiries and payment plans.
• Liaise with vendors to resolve payment issues and discrepancies.