Accountant
VNA Health · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Maintain the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
Maintain the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers by independently analyzing and verifying financial transactions; preparing and posting journal entries; completing account reconciliations; performing budget-to-actual variance analysis; identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Perform assigned month-end closing responsibilities
- Timely preparation and distribution of financial statements and management reports.
- Proactive communication with internal and external parties to exchange and verify information and expedite accounting operations.
- Monitor daily cash logs for all bank accounts to ensure sufficient operating funds and initiate bank transfers.
Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and analyses
- Support annual external audits by preparing audit schedules, supporting documentation, and analyses in response to auditor inquiries related to assigned areas.
Prepare and submit required financial reports
- Prepare and submit required financial reports to regulatory and governmental agencies in accordance with established deadlines.
Prepare components of the annual operating and capital budgets
- Prepare components of the annual operating and capital budgets and provide analytical support throughout the budgeting process.
Maintain the fixed asset system
- Perform assigned payroll functions, including payroll review and processing through ADP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and participate in the development and implementation of enhanced accounting procedures and internal controls.
Provide ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, and complete special projects
- Provide ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, and complete special projects requiring independent judgment and problem-solving.
Accounting Software Proficiency
- Review and validate general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
- Participate in the implementation of new accounting systems, software, and processes, including testing and documentation.
Accounts Payable Functions
- Administer Accounts Payable functions as assigned, ensuring timely and accurate processing and compliance with company policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, with a strong foundation in accounting principles; equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible professional experience may be considered.
- 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated responsibility for independently managing assigned accounting functions, analyses, and deliverables; healthcare or regulated industry experience preferred.
- Solid knowledge of GAAP and the ability to apply accounting principles, professional judgment, and problem-solving skills to a variety of accounting activities and financial scenarios.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to evaluate financial data, investigate discrepancies, interpret results, and present findings clearly and accurately.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Adobe.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise financial documentation and effectively communicate accounting information to internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of discretion and integrity, with the demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information in a professional and ethical manner.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet recurring deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, balanced with the ability to understand the broader financial and operational impact of accounting activities.
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as a key member of the accounting team, contributing to shared goals and cross-functional initiatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with experience using accounting and financial reporting systems; ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and systems as required.