Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantThe Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance team and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. This position supports the Brattleboro Retreat's day-to-day accounting activities, monthly close process, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit preparation.The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial data, and interested in developing a strong foundation in accounting within a complex healthcare environment. This position provides exposure to a broad range of accounting activities and offers an opportunity to grow in responsibility and technical knowledge.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Posts general journal entries (accruals, pre-paid, etc.).Completes internal/external reports, and external surveys on a timely basis (grant reporting, responsibility reports, etc.).Balances fixed assets to the general ledger.Reconciles bank statements.Performs miscellaneous billing and collections.Works with external auditors and provides proper documentation and support for financial information to promote efficient audit.Provides secondary support in absence of other staff accountant and/or accounts payable positions.Responsible for reporting to hospital finance leadership any deficiencies, suspicions of fraud, and suggestions for improvement in the accurate and timely reporting of financial information.Abides by all hospital policies regarding the use and communication of confidential information.Demonstrates effective management of time and good attendance.Exhibits a positive, team-oriented, respectful attitude and willingness to collaborate and cooperate with others.Responds to requests for information/projects by managers in timely manner.Maintains daily cash balances, cash projections.Completes financial reporting for government grants.Other Responsibilities:May be required to perform duties of lesser, equal or greater responsibility. Other duties as assigned as discussed with manager.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field required. An equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience may be considered.Minimum of two years of accounting experience, including supporting the preparation of financial statements and related schedules.Demonstrated knowledge of account reconciliations, audit support, cash management, and financial analysis.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with general-ledger and financial-reporting systems. Experience with Meditech or a comparable healthcare financial system is preferred.Ability to analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, and communicate findings.Excellent organizational, prioritization, written communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.