Assistant Staff Accountant (Hybrid - San Diego, CA)

Description American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) is seeking an Assistant Staff Accountant to join our Finance department. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare journal entries; organize submitted transaction entries for the inclusion of appropriate supporting documentation; bank reconciliations; help produce the monthly general ledger trial balance; and assist the General Ledger Team in the preparation of financial statements for the Parent company and its subsidiary companies. Hourly Salary Range American Specialty Health complies with state and federal wage and hour laws and compensation depends upon candidate’s qualifications, education, skill set, years of experience, and internal equity. $26.94 to $30.69 Hourly Wage Range. Remote Worker Guidelines Hybrid Worker Guidelines: This position may be trained virtually or onsite and must have the capability to work from home (WFH) in a designated work area with company‑provided technology equipment. The internet connection must have a consistent 50 down/10 up Mbps minimum internet speed. 100 down/20 up is recommended to support higher quality video meetings. This position requires occasional onsite office work. Responsibilities Compile and analyze financial information for entry into general ledger and reporting in the financial statements. Track unclaimed property Microsoft office inbox and ensure mail is addressed timely, tracked and saved. Update Excel tracking of unclaimed property responses received and the tracking matrix. Creating check requests with related and relevant support and route for approval. Communicate with external practitioners and members to follow up with any related questions via email or telephone. Prepare due diligence letters, as needed, including sending to the mailroom, scanning and saving electronically. Prepare state unclaimed property reporting and remittance including all relevant supporting documentation. Maintain records of annual unclaimed property and work closely with SOVOS our outsourced vendor for reporting and due diligence. Apply principles of accounting and maintain the financial records in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, Company policies, and internal controls. Adher to corporate policy with respect to HIPAA and PHI. Meet departmental performance standards and timelines. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations. Assist in setting up and maintaining account analyses and reconciling all assigned balance sheet accounts monthly. Prepare journal entries and post to the financial system. Assist in preparing 6‑month trended income statement and balance sheets and analyzing variances that exceed scope and provide explanations of variances to management. Assist in reviewing all expense accounts on a monthly basis for reasonableness, making proposals for corrections and additional accruals, where necessary. Support General Ledger Team in preparation of ad hoc reports and reconciliations. Participate in annual financial audits, regulatory audits, and ad hoc health plan audits. Assist in performing and reporting on financial statement analyses. Assist the General Ledger Team with organizational projects as assigned and complete ad hoc projects as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Comply with all policies and standards. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, or a Bachelor's degree with a concentration or minor in accounting required. Entry‑level experience in accounting industry preferred. Experience using X3 and Sage required. Proficient in MS Office including advanced experience with Excel and Word. Entry‑level position – Require good fundamental knowledge of accounting, general ledger, and financial statements. Good analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and technical skills. Ability to comprehend, evaluate and apply government regulations and accounting guidelines. Core Competencies Demonstrated ability to interact in a positive, respectful manner and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Ability to display excellent customer service to meet the needs and expectations of both internal and external customers. Excellent listening and interpersonal communication skills to identify critical core competencies based on success factors and organizational environment. Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, multi‑task and manage time. Demonstrated accuracy and productivity in a changing environment with constant interruptions. Demonstrated ability to analyze information, problems, issues, situations, and procedures to develop effective solutions. Ability to exercise strict confidentiality in all matters. Mobility Primarily sedentary, able to sit for long periods of time. Physical Requirements Ability to see, speak, and hear other personnel and/or objects. Ability to communicate both in verbal and written form. Ability to travel within and around the facility or Work from Home (WFH) environment. Capable of using a telephone, computer keyboard, and mouse. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. Environmental Conditions Hybrid Onsite: Office and/or Work from Home (WFH) environment. Equal Opportunity Statement American Specialty Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally‑protected medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by applicable local, federal or state law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. Contact our Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. ASH will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Specialty Health