Staff Accountant

Responsibilities

• Analyze the theoretical integrity of accounting functions in the accounting department and makes recommendations or implement solutions based on analysis.
• Complete complex accounting analysis requiring the application of accounting theory independently.
• Monthly preparation and analysis of estimated contractual adjustments, charity and bad debt, the preparation and filing of Medicare and Medicaid annual cost reports and settlements with independent judgement.
• Preparation and maintenance of annual budgets, Federal/State and Local tax returns, reporting to the state COPN Regulatory Authority, and cost analysis with independent judgement.
• Interpret and communicate federal and state regulations.
• Manage and assess priorities and deadlines with independent judgement.
• Assess the theoretical integrity of accounting functions performed in the area of responsibility.
• Recommend and implements improvements.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory and taxing agencies, external consultants, auditors, and leadership and administrators.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree, Accounting (Required).
• At least 2 years of accounting experience with analysis/budget/financial statements.
• Prior experience in healthcare accounting/finance a plus.
• Experience using Excel (pivot tables and advanced formulas).

Additional Information

• Position: Staff Accountant
• Term: 3+ month contract to hire
• Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm EST
• Location: Newport News, VA 23608
• Pay: $30-35/hr