Looking for Accountant at United States, California, Carmichael Full Time

* Same-day pay option available *

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California’s older adults for over 50 years. With over 2,000 employees and 36+ properties in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build a solid career with.

Certified in 2022 as “A Great Place to Work,” Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of their staff members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that include a company-funded retirement program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to…

• Wellness programs upon hire
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available

This position is eligible for Eskaton’s health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment. Some benefits may not be applicable to on call or part time employees.

Position Summary:
The Accountant is responsible for General Ledger and Chart of Accounts maintenance, review, and analysis for the assigned facilities. Includes preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts, maintenance of property records and analysis of operating statements and budget variances. Supports the facilities on the Accounting issues.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $26.00 to $35.79/hour.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for maintaining the General Ledger for assigned facilities and programs. Primary within this scope is the preparation of journal entries, review and reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts, review of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll subsidiary ledgers and interface.
• Prepares monthly financial statements, including statement of cash flows, if needed, for assigned facilities and programs.
• Maintains the fixed asset inventory and prepares monthly depreciation expense for respective facilities. Prepares a roll-forward of the fixed asset accounts and a report of capital expenditures monthly.
• Maintains the prepaid expense schedule and prepares monthly expense amortization for respective facilities. Also prepares monthly amortization expense of intangible assets.
• Reconciles bank accounts, prepares bank deposits, and coordinates receipt of wire transfers. Works closely with bank for transmission of check data to account reconcilement and resolving bank related problems.
• Reviews accounting records for proper expense and revenue coding.
• Analyzes the monthly financial statements in conjunction with facility and program administrators.
• Prepares and reports statistical accumulations and trend information (i.e., occupancy/visits data, payor mix, registry usage, late expenses, etc.) for use by the operating management staff.
• Maintains the respective facilities’ programs, and charts of accounts in accordance with the Office of Statewide, Health, Planning and Development.
• Provides accounting support to the facilities, group directors, accounts receivable, and cash disbursements staff.
• Provides analysis and support in the preparation of budgets. Primary responsibility is maintenance and update of Excel budget model and preparation of budgeted fixed expenses and ancillary revenues and expenses.
• Prepares and assists in preparation of various federal and state tax returns and annual reports. This includes 990’s, 199’S, CT-2’s sales tax, business personal property tax (571-L), CCRC annual report, CCAC annual report, Bureau of Census Reports, lists of donors for Eskaton annual report, and others as required.
• Prepares audit schedules (including various roll-forwards), prepares audit report footnotes, collects data for audits, and assists external auditors as needed. Roll-forward schedules for investments and several other accounts are prepared monthly.

Qualifications

Education:
BS Degree in accounting (or equivalent) is required. An AA Degree in accounting (or equivalent) and an equivalent amount of accounting experience may be substituted for a BS Degree.

Training and Experience:
Two years accounting related experience required with an understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting. Healthcare and/or a non-profit accounting experience is desirable.

Job Knowledge:
Basic understanding of accounting theory and application. Knowledge of data processing functions and the personal computer, strong spreadsheet skills (i.e., Excel) and 10-key by touch.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton’s post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.