Finance Specialist/Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

The Financial Specialist Accountant is responsible for managing and analyzing the financial operations of Southeastern Integrated Care and its affiliates. The Financial Specialist Accountant assists the Finance Director in managing the financial health of healthcare organizations, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making to support the Vision and Mission of Southeastern Integrated Care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis: Analyzing financial data to identify trends, forecasts, and opportunities for cost reduction or revenue generation. This includes preparing financial statements, budgets, and financial reports.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting in the development and monitoring of the organization's budget, including forecasting future financial needs, and evaluating budget variances.
• Cost Management: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing strategies to reduce expenses without compromising the quality of patient care.
• Revenue Cycle Management: Ensuring the accurate and timely billing and collection of client accounts, and monitoring reimbursement trends to maximize revenue
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. This includes maintaining accurate records and conducting internal audits.
• Financial Planning: Assisting in the development of long-term financial plans, including capital investments, mergers and acquisitions, and financial risk management.
• Financial Reporting: Preparing financial reports and presenting findings to management, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Financial Systems and Technology: Utilizing financial software and technology systems to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency. Proficient in the use of accounting software (SAGE) and assuring reports, dashboards, budgets and P and L statements, GL’s Balance Sheets are up to date
• Assuring ADP payroll specialist and process remain current on payroll application and timely submission of payroll
• Collaboration: Collaborating with other departments, such as operations, human resources, and legal, to ensure financial goals align with organizational objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing best practices to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Other Duties as assigned by the Finance Director
  

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree (or working toward) in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. A master’s degree (MBA or Finance) is preferred.
• Preferred 18 semester hours of accounting, of which 6 can be business law.
• Experience (typically 4+ years) in finance and accounting roles, with a history of progressively responsible leadership positions.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing business environment.
• Integrity, ethics, and a commitment to sound financial practices.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), SAGE certified is preferred