Staff Accountant at OrthoLA in Thibodaux, LA

Job Summary: The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting and financial functions for the practice, ensuring that financial transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, supported by appropriate documentation, and reported in a timely manner. This position supports the Financial Controller in maintaining accurate financial records and internal financial controls across the practice. The Staff Accountant works closely with practice management, front-desk personnel, clinical departments, payroll, and other administrative staff to ensure the accurate flow of financial information.

Duties/Responsibilities: • Contribute to daily accounting operations by maintaining organized records and supporting month-to-month financial processes. • Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records to ensure timely transactions and accurate financial tracking. • Process incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation and ensure appropriate coding before submission for payment. • Prepare bank deposits for payments received by mail. • Review daily close-out journal for all clinic locations, reconcile to supporting documentation and ensure timely deposit of all payments received. • Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies. • Perform bank-related errands and support other cash management activities as needed. • Perform payroll-related tasks to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. • Serve as backup for bi-weekly payroll processing. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reports. • Assist with implementation and monitoring of financial policies and procedures. • Protect confidential financial, employee, patient, and business information. • Report suspected errors, control weaknesses, unusual or inconsistent financial activity to the Financial Controller. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. • Experience with accounting software, QuickBooks Online preferred. • Excellent organizational and time-management skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines. • Ability to complete tasks independently • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Education and Experience: • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. • Work experience may be substituted for formal education.

Physical Requirements: • Sitting for long periods of time, typing, walking, driving locally for job-related errands.

Benefits: • Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(K) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, employee perks.

This is an in-person position. This is a full-time, non-exempt position working Monday-Friday.

OrthoLA is an equal opportunity employer.