Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in Nashville, Tennessee. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations while building expertise in month-end close, reconciliations, and general ledger activities. The role is well suited for an accounting team member who is eager to strengthen technical skills, improve processes, and grow into broader responsibilities over time.

The ideal candidate is a Staff Accountant looking to grow into a Senior Accountant.

Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly close cycle by preparing entries, organizing supporting documentation, and helping ensure deadlines are met accurately.

• Maintain general ledger records and perform account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.

• Monitor prepaid expenses and related schedules to keep financial records complete and up to date.

• Assist with process improvement efforts by evaluating current accounting workflows and helping establish more efficient procedures.

• Contribute to capital-related accounting activities and develop familiarity with tracking and managing funded spending initiatives.

• Prepare financial information and reports for internal review, ensuring accuracy and consistency across accounting data.

• Work closely with the Accounting Manager and other team members to support daily accounting operations and department objectives.

• Use Excel and accounting systems to analyze transactions, organize records, and support routine reporting needs.

Qualifications:

• 3-4 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience may be considered in place of formal education.

• Practical experience with journal entries, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations is required.

• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with accounting software are needed

• Ability to learn quickly, take ownership of assignments, and adapt to evolving responsibilities.

• Interest in expanding knowledge in areas such as capital accounting and process development is valued.

• Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$70,000.00-$80,000.00 Yearly

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