Accountant

About Kittson Healthcare

Since 1922, Kittson Healthcare has proudly provided continuous service to the citizens of Kittson County and surrounding areas. Today, we are a 12-bed acute care federally designated Critical Access Hospital and a 50-bed long-term care facility, which also includes a home healthcare agency, an 8-bed assisted living facility, and ambulance services. Our campus includes a medical clinic in Hallock and a satellite clinic in Karlstad, MN.

We strive to provide highly personalized care to every patient and resident – we don’t see them as numbers, but as family, neighbors, teachers, and community members.

Location: Hallock, MN

Status: Non-Exempt | Full-Time

Pay Range: $55,000 - $85,000 yearly

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Lead Accountant

Supervises: None

The Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. This role is responsible for routine financial transactions while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.

• Process accounts payable invoices, including coding, approvals, and payments
• Support AP and payroll functions
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations (bank and balance sheet)
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Assist with audits, financial reporting, and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of financial data
• Support account payable processes, including coding, approvals, and payments

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Flexibility to work additional hours during close periods as needed

• Proficiently be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and GAAP fundamentals
• Experience with accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and electronic record keeping
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy amid interruptions
• Effective interpersonal skills with a professional and team-oriented approach

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred
• Must pass MN background check and fingerprinting
• Complete TB testing within the first 3 weeks of employment

• Shift: Monday – Friday | 8am – 4:30pm

• Full-Time/Part-Time
  
  Employee Benefits:
• Medical (select plans HSA-eligible with employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision – 100% employer-paid for single coverage
• Basic Life and AD&D – 100% employer-paid policy
• Optional employee-paid voluntary life and AD&D
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Educational scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Shift differential pay
• Cell phone discount
• Rewarding and dynamic work environment
• Employer-paid CNA training and certification available