Staff Accountant

STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Location:  Gulfport, MS
Salary: $17.00 to $19.00 an hour
 
This is skilled accounting work in a healthcare environment requiring knowledge of accounting principles and experience in the daily operation of a multi-site organization ensuring compliance with various entities. Assist in preparation and review of financial information and organize it in a way that provides a clear picture of the organizational financial status.  Perform high level accounting functions and financial tasks with the ability to track company accounts and ensure data integrity standards.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize various office productivity software.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations accurately and quickly.
• Ability to perform data entry quickly and accurately.
• Ability to effectively organize time and activities.
• Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, clinic staff, and supervisory personnel.
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during the workday.
• Ability to read and analyze financial reports.
• Ability to work independently.

 
Qualifications/Education Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business Administration or Accounting, with a minimum of two years of experience in accounting or a closely related field.  Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is required.  Must hold a valid driver’s license.
 
Competencies

• Assist in the monthly and year end close process with strong attention to detail.
• Audit and reconciliation of bank and general ledger accounts on a monthly and quarterly schedule to assure accuracy of financial reports
• Knowledge and ability to provide outside auditors/agencies accurate reporting and documentation.
• Assist with all grant related transactions, working seamlessly with team members to ensure reporting and reconciliation of various grants.
• Prepare monthly journal entries for charges, payments and adjustments, including the adjustment for the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts.
• Assist with maintenance of organization level, site level and program budgets.
• Assist Director of Finance and CFO with reports and correspondence, as needed.
• Serves as backup for Accounts Payable and Payroll, as needed.