Staff Accountant- Full Time

Staff Accountant- Full Time | Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health | Garner, North Carolina

About the Job

Schedule- Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm (1 hour lunch)

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the coordination and support of the accounting processes. Ensures the accuracy of facility financial statements, appropriate control procedures, analysis of balance sheet accounts & bank statements. Completes and maintains third party contracts and manages hospital fixed assets. Assists in preparation of budgets, financial closing and all required reporting.

Roles and Responsibilities

WORK LOCATION

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.
• Assists with monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements. Maintains monthly spreadsheet for reconciliation of payments received/posted.
• Assists in the preparation of facility budgets, month and year end reporting, statistical reports, and financial reports.
• Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.
• Maintains and balances an automated consolidation system by inputting data; scheduling required jobs; verifying data.
• Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts.
• Prepares payments by accruing expenses; assigning account numbers; requesting disbursements;
• Develops and implements accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures; recommending changes if needed.
• Maintains third party contracts.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data and accounting policy and regulations.
• Maintains records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability or other financial activities within the facility.
• Prepares, examines, or analyzes accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Analyzes financial data in order to prepare financial reports ensuring the records are accurate and timely.
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Prepares month end journal entries and GL account reconciliations within established time frame.
• Ensures the financial records are accurate and filed timely and adequate documentation exists to support all accounting transactions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• One years’ accounting experience in any field required. Two years’ accounting experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with current accounting software, especially Accounts Payable and Payroll.
• Knowledge of accrual based accounting and month end closing procedures.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

Not applicable.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

This position is an Individual Contributor.

Why Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health?Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health is an EOE.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.