Overview
LocumTenens.com has been leading the way in a booming healthcare industry since 1995. Locum Tenens is a Latin phrase meaning, “to substitute for.” When hospitals are understaffed, they rely on us to find them the right temporary physicians to fill in when needed. Every associate at LocumTenens.com plays a role in getting patients seen, no matter what they studied in school or what their role is here. Located in Alpharetta, GA, we boast a state-of-the-art campus featuring world-class amenities. There’s nothing ordinary about a typical day here, take a look for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY9195GCJzQ .
We are a Jackson Healthcare company and we are now the third largest healthcare staffing company in the U.S., serving more than 7 million patients in over 1,400 healthcare facilities.
The Staff Accountant I assists in the monthly processing of journal entries, month-end close, account reconciliations, filings with government agencies, and preparation of financial statements. This position compiles financial data to aid senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss (P&L) statements, and other financial reports. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
General Ledger Accounting – 100%
Performs daily journal entries
Ensures accurate and timely GL entries to process the month-end close
Performs account reconciliations to support accurate bookeeping
Prepares financial statements
Completes and submits government filings
Responds to financial questions from internal customers
Researches issues and troubleshoots for potential solutions
Performs third-party fee management includng reconciliation, processing, accruing, and remitting payment
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS (IF APPLICABLE)
May work on special projects or other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY/BUDGETARY/EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION RESPONSIBILITY
NA
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
1+ year(s) of general ledger accounting experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to adhere to and exhibit the Company Values at all times
Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Working knowledge of financial management systems, Workday a plus
Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
Ability to build strong business relationships at all levels
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Solid critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to consistently meet goals, commitments, and deadlines
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Business Insight Collaborates Financial Acumen Values Differences Manages Complexity Communicates Effectively Action Oriented Instills Trust Directs Work Plans & Aligns Self-Development Ensures Accountability
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, WORKING CONDITION, AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Typical office environment - sedentary with typing, writing, reading requirements May be able to sit or stand
Speaking, reading, writing, ability to use a telephone and computer
Ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally
Ability to interpret various instructions
Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization
This position description is not intended to be all inclusive or comprehensive; additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on…