Staff Accountant

Description

Staff Accountant

Job Description

Location: Onsite - Corporate Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Department: Finance Reports to: Controller 

Position Category: Non-Managerial Last Revised: September 2024

At ClareMedica, exceptional is the standard.

Driven by our purpose to enhance the lives of the seniors in the communities where we have the privilege to work, live, and play, the ClareMedica team is comprised of the brightest and best in their fields of expertise. From clinical excellence to unparalleled administrative support and beyond, we’re working together to help seniors live happier, healthier, fuller lives.

That kind of teamwork and passion for excelling can only exist in a workplace that fosters employees’ growth and wellness and where their full potential and value are realized. At ClareMedica, we’re excited about great people like you. We’re even more excited to support you with the resources, training, benefits, competitive compensation, and more to help you thrive and succeed in our communities.

Opportunity awaits – welcome to ClareMedica.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The Staff Accountant will play a vital role in the collaborative execution of the company's accounting operations. This individual will actively contribute to the Month end-of-period closes, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations. Maintains and controls the General Ledger accounts and business transactions of the organization, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that includes analytical work and thorough review and accuracy of financial records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing journal entries and accruals, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded.

· Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, including prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and other accounts as needed.

· Review and maintain Fixed asset ledgers and subledgers.

· Assist with external audit preparation, as needed.

· Maintains financial records by accurate and timely filing of accounting documents.

· Provide support to the AP department regarding accounting procedures.

· Participate and assist with special projects that support the goal of continuous improvement in processes and growth within the company

· Other projects and duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

§ This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 2-4      years’ experience in an accountant role required.
• 1-2      years’ experience in healthcare strongly preferred.
• Attention  to details and demonstrated problem solving.
• Team  player, flexible, collaborative, optimistic, cooperative.
• Experience with Great Plains preferred.
• Ability  to manipulate large amounts of data.
• Proven  knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws,      and regulations.
• Proficiency  in MS Office using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Project  and time management skills with demonstrated ability to reliably meet      deadlines.
• Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills in English.
• Bilingual is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office working conditions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand/walk for extended periods of time; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust to focus. Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals. Exposure to variable weather conditions is likely. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the ess