Staff Accountant

Teche Health, A Federally Qualified Health Center, per Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Staff Accountant in Franklin, Louisiana.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is a detail-oriented, multitasking position that assists the Controller in maintenance of all financial and accounting records required by DHHS regulations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financials records, preparing for audits, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. The position computes, classifies, records, and verifies numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records by performing the following duties.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Controller in preparing monthly financial statements.
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, including review of MIP Accounting Software sub-ledger accounts, preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare, create and/or review monthly entries and templates, including but not limited to the following: prepaids, fixed assets, grants receivables and other adjusting journal entries.
• Conducts variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgeted goals on a monthly basis.
• Track restricted funds, manage grant invoicing, and ensuring financial reporting compliance for federal and state grants.
• Reconcile and/or review bank statements to general ledger.
• Assist in the reviewing and approval of accounts payable vouchers for processing according to approved budgets.
• Assist with revenue cycle operations, including data entries and performance metrics
• Reconcile trial balance accounts monthly.
• Prepare schedules and documents as requested for external financial audits.
• Assist with the accounting for and preparation of reports in conjunction with Federal and State grant assistance programs.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Support the creation, review and revision of grant budgets and the organization's annual budget
• Assist in the yearly 1099 process.
• Assist with mandatory reports such as UDS (Uniform Data System) metrics
• Assist with maintenance of the fixed asset records
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in accounting with five years relevant accounting, auditing and/or fiscal administration experience. Medical experience helpful.

ABILITY TO:

• Effectively communicate with co-workers, patients, and community representatives. Good oral and written skills are necessary to accomplish the above- mentioned duties.
• Calculate numbers, correct entries, and post to records
• Use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Operate Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Work independently and as part of a team

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Health Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Long Term Benefits
• Short Term Benefits
• Free Life Insurance
• 401K Plan Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Set Schedule
• National Health Service Corps Site
• 11 paid holidays
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness through Federal and State Programs

Eligibility Requirements:

• All employees must meet eligibility standards in order to be considered for the position applying for. Internal applicants must be with be with the organization for at least one year, with no disciplinary actions on file. If you have not been with the organization for a year, approval from your direct supervisor will be needed.

Due to CMS Mandate all applicants must be fully vaccinated prior to onboarding with Teche Health with the exception of an approved Medical or Religious Exemption.