Staff Accountant

Position:
Staff Accountant

Department:
Finance

Blount Rural Health Center, an independent not-for-profit, is a newly designated Federally Qualified Health Center Look A Like, with a twenty-five-year history as a primary care clinic. Currently the health center lines of service cover Primary Care, General Dentistry and Behavioral Health.

We are looking for a skilled Accountant with 3-5 years’ experience in health care finance and accounting to join our team in Elkton, KY. In addition to experience, the individual we are seeking for this position will be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and looking for growth within our organization.

• Manage day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and reconciliations.
• Maintain the chart of accounts
• Post journal entries to the general ledger
• Approves journal entries and cash disbursement
• Prepare and review of regulatory reports for compliance
• Conduct operational analysis and recommend improvements
• Review and compile audit documentation
• Responsible for document filing and retention
• Assist with annual Audit preparation
• Create and manage annual budget and monthly budget comparisons
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Process payroll financials
• Collaboration with CEO and COO for special projects and financial forecasting

• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of the Revenue Cycle Management
• Experience in accrual-based healthcare accounting and finance
• Proficiency with Quick Books Online, Microsoft Excel, and other software systems
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records Practice Management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people, including employees, patients, external auditors
• Ability to read and understand written materials and ability to compose information and instruction in written form.
• Ability to present monthly financials, budget analysis and forecasts to Board of Directors

Bachelor’s or Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or healthcare management with a focus in accounting

Comparable to area market, based on years of experience and area of expertise

• Majority of the time is spent sitting at desk
• Lifting up to 40 pounds
• Occasional bending, twisting, reaching

An Equal Opportunity Employer