Prairie Lakes Healthcare System
Staff Accountant
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Watertown, South Dakota, United States, 57201
Staff Accountant
Job Summary
Join our team and be a part of our mission to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable, and compassionate healthcare. Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is an independent, non-profit healthcare system serving 10 counties in northeastern South Dakota and west-central Minnesota. Our team at Prairie Lakes makes a difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones.
The accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial-related activities. Maintain knowledge of and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to record and report financial information accurately. The position requires an inquisitive nature, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
This is an on-site position .
Other responsibilities include: Prepare data for Medicare/Medicaid and Blue Cross cost reports. Accumulate data on a monthly basis in preparation for annual reports. Review all reimbursement and technical changes for Medicare/Medicaid and Blue Cross and apprise supervisor of financial and procedural impacts. Compile and analyze financial information in preparation for account entries including general ledger accounts and business transaction documentation Prepare and post monthly journal entries accounting for various transactions. Must ensure activity is posted accurately and balances, following up on any outstanding items. Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts Responsible for the accounting process specific to employee education loans and tuition assistance. Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and assists in preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports. Cross-train with the Accounts Payable department and payroll processing/benefits to understand processes and assist as needed. Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures Close clinic charges on a daily basis. Close clinics on a monthly basis and post journal entries Assists in providing financial information to external auditors and gathers necessary account information and documents to perform an annual audit. Compile and print statistics. Assists with data compilation in preparation for completing annual tax return(s). Prepare sales tax forms. Act as alternate payroll processor, backing up the Payroll and Benefits Specialist Other duties as assigned Benefits
We value our employees' contributions and show our gratitude by proudly offering a competitive compensation and benefits package. At Prairie Lakes, we understand that working in the healthcare industry can be tasking on your mental health. To better support our employees, PLHS recently included mental health programs into our benefits package, as well as employee recognition programs. Benefits are available to qualifying employees working part-time or full-time.
A variety of the benefits for those qualifying can include:
Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Adoption Assistance Education Loan Program Professional Development Opportunities Community Discounts Including the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center
Qualifications
Associate degree in accounting accepted, Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred. May consider years of relevant experience for the right candidate. Accounting experience is required, healthcare experience is preferred.
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require positive reference checks and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Job Summary
Join our team and be a part of our mission to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable, and compassionate healthcare. Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is an independent, non-profit healthcare system serving 10 counties in northeastern South Dakota and west-central Minnesota. Our team at Prairie Lakes makes a difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones.
The accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial-related activities. Maintain knowledge of and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to record and report financial information accurately. The position requires an inquisitive nature, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
This is an on-site position .
Other responsibilities include: Prepare data for Medicare/Medicaid and Blue Cross cost reports. Accumulate data on a monthly basis in preparation for annual reports. Review all reimbursement and technical changes for Medicare/Medicaid and Blue Cross and apprise supervisor of financial and procedural impacts. Compile and analyze financial information in preparation for account entries including general ledger accounts and business transaction documentation Prepare and post monthly journal entries accounting for various transactions. Must ensure activity is posted accurately and balances, following up on any outstanding items. Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts Responsible for the accounting process specific to employee education loans and tuition assistance. Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and assists in preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports. Cross-train with the Accounts Payable department and payroll processing/benefits to understand processes and assist as needed. Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures Close clinic charges on a daily basis. Close clinics on a monthly basis and post journal entries Assists in providing financial information to external auditors and gathers necessary account information and documents to perform an annual audit. Compile and print statistics. Assists with data compilation in preparation for completing annual tax return(s). Prepare sales tax forms. Act as alternate payroll processor, backing up the Payroll and Benefits Specialist Other duties as assigned Benefits
We value our employees' contributions and show our gratitude by proudly offering a competitive compensation and benefits package. At Prairie Lakes, we understand that working in the healthcare industry can be tasking on your mental health. To better support our employees, PLHS recently included mental health programs into our benefits package, as well as employee recognition programs. Benefits are available to qualifying employees working part-time or full-time.
A variety of the benefits for those qualifying can include:
Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Adoption Assistance Education Loan Program Professional Development Opportunities Community Discounts Including the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center
Qualifications
Associate degree in accounting accepted, Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred. May consider years of relevant experience for the right candidate. Accounting experience is required, healthcare experience is preferred.
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require positive reference checks and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.