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Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Code: FIP021/Accountant 2

Shift: Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)

Job Hours: Day Shift/40 hours - Monday through Friday; 8:00am 5:00pm

Base Location: Headquarters - Morrow, GA.

Division/Department/Program: Administrative Services/Business Office/Accounting

View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrists, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, as well as other professionals to provide services to individuals who need treatment and support to cope with mental illness, substance abuse, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. View Point Health serves uninsured, underinsured, low-income Medicaid, Medicare, war veterans and some private insurance across multiple locations with a full continuum of behavioral health services and support.

The Staff Accountant is a member of the Administrative Services/Business Office/Accounting/Finance team that will ensure accurate processing, recording and maintenance of company's financial information in a timely manner and ensure GAAP compliance. This position will provide support for all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts receivable, cash, and accounts payable

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, payments, and creating invoices
• Conduct mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and identify and correct errors.
• Monitor policies and procedures to identify and suggest improvements and efficiencies.
• Create governmental funding expenditure reimbursements, post payments and communicate with internal staff to improve processes and external agencies.
• Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.
• Assist with preparation of monthly balance sheets, income statements, profit, and loss statements, and identifies and explains any variances.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifying deposits, and addressing inquiries from banks.
• Assist with preparing annual audit schedules and documentation
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures with preparation of contract reimbursement requests.
• Evaluate financial operations, identify areas of potential improvement, and provide advice on achieving maximum efficiency.
• Other department related duties assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of professional accounting job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Accountant 1 (FIP020) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience in a related role.
• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting.
• Strong PC skills including proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems, for example, Sage, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or other accounting systems.
• Strong work ethic and team player.
• Ability to deal appropriately with confidential material.
• Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with various levels of management and staff.
• Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills and ability to multi-task

Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds,
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing,
• Must be 21 years of age,
• Must have valid Georgia driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens.

Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts).
• Company contributes 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• Generous PTO- plus 9 holidays per year -and a paid Cultural/Spiritual/Service Day!
• No employee deduction for Social Security - means more money in your paycheck!
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available.
• Flexible hours available, including telehealth from home!

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area.It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.