Staff Accountant | Onsite in Houston, TX

Staff Accountant | Onsite in Houston, TX

This range is provided by Vaco by Highspring. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

The Staff Accountant's responsibilities include maintaining financial records and reports, performing account reconciliations, assisting with budget and close processes, and conducting internal audits. The Staff Accountant will also be assisting the Controller as needed and respond to information requests by management and for auditing purposes.

• Provides financial summaries designed to guide decision-making.
• Maintains accounts receivable/payable including vendor information database (1099, mailing address, etc.).
• Receive invoices, verifies accuracy of invoice with the appropriate party.
• Enters invoice into A/P system for payment.
• Processes payments by scheduling pay runs and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit.
• Resolves problems and responds to non-inquiries related to accounts payable records and office policies and operations.
• Keep track of all payments including payroll allocations, purchase orders, invoices and statements.
• Perform vendor and A/P account reconciliation.
• Answers telephone and deals with inquiries.
• Reconcile and coordinate with billing team for all incoming payments.
• Follows up with pending/outstanding incoming payments.
• Reviews incoming mail, captures information and forwards to posting team.
• Collects and organizes medical records payments.
• Updates information and scans into database.
• Prepares journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assists with monthly close processes.
• Maintains financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Responds to information requests in a timely manner, reviews financial statements for accuracy, and assists with audits.
• Review expenses for compliance with policies and procedures.
• Supports monthly accounting close process and audits.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Four years of experience in lieu of education.
• Two (2) years of accounting experience.
• Proven experience working as a financial analyst in healthcare.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, and strong Excel skills.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and demonstrate a vested interest in team goals and objectives.
• Detail oriented and well organized.
• Personal accountability and ability to work independently.
• Critical problem solving skills.

Entry level

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Hospitals and Health Care