Staff Accountant

2 days ago


Chicago, United States Robert Half Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in our Healthcare sector located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States. This role involves the application of accounting practices and principles, and the successful candidate will handle various responsibilities such as processing customer applications, maintaining customer records, and resolving customer inquiries. This role also requires the candidate to closely monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary.


Responsibilities:


• Analyzing data processing output and manual reporting systems to ensure accuracy.

• Preparing asset liability and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.

• Summarizing current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.

• Auditing financial transactions and documents to substantiate financial transactions.

• Preparing and recommending policies and procedures to maintain accounting controls.

• Reconciling financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.

• Securing financial information by completing database backups and following internal controls.

• Preparing payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.

• Researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations to answer accounting procedure questions.

• Complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.

• Preparing special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.

• Keeping financial information confidential to maintain customer confidence and protect operations.

• Continually updating professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.

• Performing general ledger month-end closing process, including GL review and report generation.

• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Month-End Close, MEDITECH, Microsoft Excel, GAAP Accounting.

• Minimum of two years' experience in a Staff Accountant role or similar within the Healthcare/NHS industry
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management
• Experience with Bank Reconciliations and General Ledger management
• Proficiency in Journal Entries and Month End Close procedures
• Familiarity with MEDITECH software is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with GAAP Accounting principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred
• Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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