Staff Accountant in Lafayette, Louisiana at Emergency Care Management LLC

Job purpose

The Staff Accountant will support the accounting function of a private equity-backed, multi-entity healthcare management organization operating across multiple locations. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and supporting the month-end close process, while also providing accounts payable support in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Duties and responsibilities

Financial Accounting:

• Maintains fixed asset records and calculates monthly depreciation
• Prepares amortization of prepaid and intangible assets
• Generates accounting entries in lease accounting software
• Identifies required monthly expense accruals
• Prepares monthly journal entries and account reconciliations as part of the month-end close
• Prepares intercompany entries and reconciles intercompany balances across entities
• Completes assigned close tasks by the deadlines on the month-end close calendar
• Prepares balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analysis to support monthly financial statement review
• Prepares PBC requests and supporting workpapers for financial statement audits

Accounts Payable:

• Reviews invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, account coding, and supporting documentation
• Serves as administrator for the company’s expense management software, including the setup and training of new users
• Serves as administrator for the company’s credit card program
• Provides backup to key Accounts Payable functions, including invoice and expense reimbursement processing, credit card reconciliations, and check runs
• Provides guidance and support to Accounts Payable staff
• Manages 1099 reporting and other year-end vendor tax reporting requirements

Other:

• Assists with gathering data for budgeting and other reporting needs of the organization
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement in assigned areas and assists with implementing those enhancements
• Prepares ad hoc reports and analysis as requested
• Supports management with various projects and tasks as needed
• Uses emerging technologies to help automate and improve day-to-day accounting processes

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

Experience:

• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Experience with ERP systems, expense management software, and close-management tools a plus
• Experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint; intermediate to advanced in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups)

Skills:

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential financial information