Staff Accountant

Position Information
Company	HEALing Community Health
Job Title	Staff Accountant
Department	Finance
Job Classification	Full-Time, Exempt
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs.
Reporting Relationship	Reports to the Chief Financial Officer
Supervisory Responsibility	None
Location	On-site, Atlanta, GA
Date Approved	________________

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records and supporting sound financial stewardship through accurate accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance activities. This position oversees day-to-day accounting operations, assists with financial planning and analysis, supports HRSA and grant compliance requirements, and collaborates with operational leaders to ensure effective financial management across the organization.

The following are the essential functions of this position. The employee must be able to perform each of these functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Operational Oversight

• Provides day-to-day functional oversight, coaching, and support to accounting and billing staff to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant work. This position does not have direct reports and does not carry authority for hiring, discipline, or performance evaluation.
• Assists in the preparation of financial, grant, audit, cost report, UDS, and regulatory reports.
• Supports continuous improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborates with operational leaders to resolve billing, reimbursement, and patient account issues.
• Performs other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Maintains the general ledger and records accounting transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prepares accurate monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash reconciliations, and other routine accounting functions.
• Reviews financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational policies.
• Analyzes financial results and identifies trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Supports audits and responds to requests from external auditors and regulatory agencies.

Budgeting and Financial Analysis

• Assists in developing annual operating and grant budgets.
• Develops financial models, forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses.
• Prepares financial presentations and reports for executive leadership and the Board.
• Partners with department leaders to monitor financial performance and productivity.

Compliance and Confidentiality

• Maintains the confidentiality of financial, patient, and employee information in accordance with HIPAA, the HEAL confidentiality policy, and applicable federal and state law.
• Adheres to HEAL policies, HRSA Health Center Program requirements, and applicable grant terms and conditions.