Job Description:

Job SummaryUnder the supervision of the VP & Controller and other Senior Accountants, the Staff Accountant will assist with the month-end close process, prepare workpapers and record journal entries in accordance with GAAP. The Staff Accountant will also work with the Finance Coordinator on invoice processing, coding, and payments. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations, audit requests, ad-hoc reports, and special projects.Functions & Job Responsibilities • Assist with the month end close process by following the close calendar and maintaining check lists.• Summarize transactions and prepare reports to support all journal entries, record journal entries in the General Ledger.• Perform balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations to ensure all transactions are captured with completeness and accuracy.• Review invoice coding by Finance Coordinator, set up new vendors, and process payments when needed.• Make deposits, verify deposits, track ACH and positive pay exceptions, and address inquiries from the banks.• Reconcile disbursement accounts, customer accounts, and other accounts.• Manage account receivable collections, for example, member premiums, etc.• Assist with preparation of annual tax schedules and audit schedules for internal, external, and regulatory audits.• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results.• Perform administrative tasks to support all above functions.• Maintain knowledge of GAAP and follow internal P&Ps.• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects related to internal and external customers, team members and management.• Conducts ad-hoc analysis and participates in other special projects, as needed.• Other duties as assigned.Qualifications Education & Experience:• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required.• Two (2) to three (3) years of GL accounting experience required.• MBA andor CPA is a plus.Skills: • Ability to understand all aspects of full accounting cycle.• Detailed oriented and strong analytical skills to support account reconciliations.• Strong organizational skills: Ability to multitask and problem solve.• Thorough understanding of financial application security ensuring all financial data is secure and complies with confidentiality policies.• Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Strong Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access), Power Point and Outlook skills.• Experience with Oracle or NetSuite is preferred.