Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accountant to join a healthcare-focused organization in Houston, Texas on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role supports daily cash activity, reconciliations, and transaction accuracy across assigned partnerships while working closely with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently. The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Review daily cash deposit activity for assigned entities and confirm postings are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Validate supporting records and maintain clear audit documentation for all deposit transactions.
• Partner with regional finance leaders and operational teams to research posting differences and drive timely resolution.
• Complete monthly bank account reconciliations in BlackLine and investigate exceptions until cleared.
• Record and reconcile intercompany cash activity, including follow-up on unapplied payments between entities.
• Respond to inquiries from internal departments and external contacts regarding cash transactions and account activity.
• Monitor outstanding and voided checks to ensure open items are addressed and cleared appropriately.
• Prepare activity logs and reporting that support supervisory review, issue tracking, and process improvement efforts.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, cash management, and cash application processes.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Familiarity with BlackLine is preferred.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies across multiple systems and resolve issues independently.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting deadlines.