Accountant Job at Accounting Career Consultants, Saint Louis, MO

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  • Accounting Career Consultants
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to contribute to the financial operations of an organization in the healthcare industry—an essential, stable, and mission-driven field. You will support financial accuracy and operational efficiency in an environment where your work directly impacts the organization’s ability to deliver quality care. The position provides exposure to a wide range of accounting functions, opportunities to collaborate with both financial and clinical departments, and room for long-term professional growth. It is an excellent fit for someone who wants to apply their accounting expertise in a meaningful, solution-focused setting.

Job Description:

The Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations within a healthcare environment. This role manages core financial processes including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, and recurring entries.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support preparation of financial statements, internal reports, and variance analyses.
• Monitor and reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable activity as needed.
• Assist with revenue recognition, cost allocations, and grant or program accounting (if applicable).
• Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with operational leaders and clinical departments to provide financial insights.
• Support external audit requests and preparation of documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other analytical projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Preferred:
• Experience working in the healthcare industry or with healthcare-specific financial processes.
• Familiarity with healthcare billing, reimbursements, or cost accounting.
• Experience with ERP or healthcare financial systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory or compliance frameworks relevant to healthcare accounting.

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Company Description

Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts
Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.
Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.

Awards & Recognition:
2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63
2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies
2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms
2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area,

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