Accountant I - Entry Level
Description
At SCP Health, what you do matters
As part of the SCP Health team, you have an opportunity to make a difference. At our core, we work to bring hospitals and healers together in the pursuit of clinical effectiveness. With a portfolio of over 8 million patients, 7500 providers, 30 states, and 400 healthcare facilities, SCP Health is a leader in clinical practice management spanning the entire continuum of care, including emergency medicine, hospital medicine, wellness, telemedicine, intensive care, and ambulatory care.
Why you will love working here:
Strong track record of providing excellent work/life balance
Comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation
Commitment to fostering an inclusive culture of belonging and empowerment through our core values - collaboration, courage, agility, and respect.
What you’ll be doing:
The AR Accountant I plays a vital role in the recognition of revenue & AR monthly, including accurate and timely processing of journal entries, invoices, collections, and reconciliations. A successful candidate will have a sound understanding of AR processes, excel in critical and independent thinking, produce accurate results, and effectively articulate points to internal and external customers. They will possess advanced Excel skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, a keen attention to detail, exceptional analytical skills, strong accounting knowledge, and a sense of urgency. The candidate must thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment, consistently delivering accurate results to meet the organization's needs.
The AR Accountant I plays a vital role in the recognition of revenue & AR monthly, including accurate and timely processing of journal entries, invoices, collections, and reconciliations. A successful candidate will have a sound understanding of AR processes, excel in critical and independent thinking, produce accurate results, and effectively articulate points to internal and external customers. They will possess advanced Excel skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, a keen attention to detail, exceptional analytical skills, strong accounting knowledge, and a sense of urgency. The candidate must thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment, consistently delivering accurate results to meet the organization's needs.
- Create electronic journals and/or journal entries to record patient revenue & patient cash for monthly close.
- Reconcile and prepare schedules for certain accounts in conjunction with the monthly close.
- Review/prepare contract reconciliation schedules and necessary journal entries/invoices on a monthly basis.
- Record all collection agency receipts.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records. Errors in recording transactions could lead to financial discrepancies and legal issues.
- Weekly collections on past due customer accounts.
- Provide reports/analysis to other departments upon request.
- Identify process improvements to continually streamline job functions and the processes within accounting.
- Provide support in interim and year-end audit procedures, respond to audit documentation requests as assigned.
- Flexibility to learn multiple roles within the department and serve as a backup when needed.
- Any other duties as assigned by management.
Who/What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area
- 0-3 years of accounting experience and strong accounting fundamental skills
- Healthcare financial experience a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to effectively analyze data
- Ability to learn and adapt in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Ethical, detailed, and attentive with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Well organized with excellent time management skills
- Team player and ability to work with all levels of management as well as client personnel
- Always maintain professionalism even in stressful and high-pressure moments
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SCP Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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