Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant at Confidential Client is responsible for managing the accounting and financial functions of assigned ambulatory surgery centers, including daily accounting activities, monthly financial reporting, cash management, and budget analysis. This remote-centric hybrid role requires strong analytical skills to prepare financial statements, reconcile accounts, analyze payroll and benefits, and interpret legal agreements, supporting high-quality healthcare operations.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Staff Accountant to support assigned ambulatory surgery centers in the Accounting & Finance function. This is a remote-centric hybrid role based in Forest Hills, TN (teammates work primarily from home and are expected onsite 2–3 times per month). The position focuses on daily accounting operations, month-end reporting, cash management, reconciliations, and center-level financial analysis.
- Estimated salary: $105,790 per year (estimated)
- Employment type: Full time
- Work model: Remote-centric hybrid (Forest Hills, TN)
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary finance resource for assigned center personnel.
- Manage cash flow and maintain the proprietary cash management system for depository accounts.
- Facilitate movement of funds between partner and bank accounts; perform mid-month cash analysis and distributions.
- Prepare and post general ledger journal entries required to generate accurate monthly financial statements and cash flow statements.
- Analyze end-of-month financial packages from centers; identify and report large variances to management.
- Reconcile bank accounts to the general ledger; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Reconcile fixed assets and accumulated depreciation to depreciation schedules; review inventory counts and research significant variances.
- Perform monthly balance sheet and accounts receivable analyses and reconciliations as needed.
- Record and analyze payroll and benefits activity for assigned centers; support payroll/benefit transitions.
- Audit internal documentation tied to legal agreements (leases, debt maintenance) and assist with lease/debt analysis.
- Train center staff on best practices when control issues or irregularities are identified.
- Support special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis as requested by management.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance and be available to work onsite when requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
- Public accounting or industry experience is a plus.
- Healthcare experience is a plus but not required.
- Strong proficiency with general ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, and cash management.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and high integrity when handling confidential information.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule occasionally (evenings/weekends) when business needs require.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Benefits
Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA), retirement savings with employer matching (401(k)), paid time off, observed holidays, and paid family leave. Eligibility and enrollment timing may vary by position.
Additional Information
- This role requires occasional onsite work; local candidates or those able to travel to Forest Hills, TN are preferred.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal employment laws.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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