Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantLocation: Oviedo, FLBenefits & Perks:Affordable health and dental care planGenerous paid time off accrual programEight paid holidays, including your birthdayEmployer matched retirement programOptional health and life insurance benefitsJob Summary: The Staff Accountant plays a pivotal role in our finance team, contributing to the daily accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. This role involves active participation in month-end and year-end processes, as well as facilitating external audits.Duties/Responsibilities:Implement, maintain, and review transaction processing and accounting systems to ensure the timely and accurate recording of financial transactions and the preparation of monthly financial statements.Act as a liaison with external auditors, providing necessary records and documentation to facilitate audits and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.Assist with various accounting tasks including but not limited to filing State Sales Tax Returns, Rental Tax Returns, Workmen's Compensation audits, and retirement plan functions as examples.Collaborate with the finance team to identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:In-depth knowledge of accounting functions and internal controls.Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and data analysis.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or related software, with the ability to adapt to new technologies and accounting software platforms.Have an understanding of how Artificial Intelligence can improve efficiency and reliability in the accounting processes.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field desired.Minimum of three to five years of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles.CPA certification or progress toward certification preferred but not required.Physical Requirements:Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and using a computer.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally for tasks such as filing and moving office supplies.Who We Are: lutheranhaven.orgLutheran Haven is an equal opportunity employer providing care and services to older adults. Our staff members work in a variety of locations, including private homes, assisted living apartments, and on our beautiful grounds. Lutheran Haven is a drug-free employer, and all successful candidates for employment must successfully complete a Level II Criminal Background check. Lutheran Haven participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.