Community Accountant Shelton in Shelton

Company: Benchmark Senior Living
Location: Shelton
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Community Accountant Shelton - Benchmark Senior LivingJob DescriptionCommunity AccountantBenchmark Senior Living is seeking the right candidate for an Accountant to join the Business Office who will report to the Controller / Privacy Officer. The candidate must have strong office and administrative skills, combined with Accounting Experience. The position will also include revenue recognition, cash receipts, treasury and other various responsibilities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Accountant will be responsible for the primary responsibilities: Financial Record Maintenance, Accounts Receivable, and Cash Receipts Timely delivery of monthly statements Record resident payments on to deposit summary form Update Census Assist with compilation of month-end financial reporting Prepare monthly bank reconciliation Assist Controller with monitoring aged receivable balances and make collection calls to respective parties Updates work papers in Excel for year-end audit preparation Process the entrance fee deposits into escrow/trust account during recession period; move funds back to operating account post-recession period Review general ledger & financial statements for accuracy Help maintain SOX compliance Project Analytics Expense reconciliations Assists Controller as needed Other duties as assigned by the ControllerThis is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is eager to learn, has high energy, possesses strong attention to detail, and is motivated to work independently.This is a Salaried Position which is Exempt. The expectation during month-end is to work until the job is done. In general, the standard work week is five (5) days/forty (40) hours per week. However, there may be times when the demands of the business require working more than the standard week.QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT AND EXPERIENCETo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Bachelor s Degree Required At least two (2) years of business office/financial experience Excellent Excel and Analytic Skills Proficiency in MatrixCare Self-starter who is also a Team Player Enjoy a Creative Work EnvironmentJob RequirementsREQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Bachelor s Degree Required At least two (2) years of business office/financial experience Excellent Excel and Analytic Skills Proficiency in MatrixCare Self-starter who is also a Team Player Enjoy a Creative Work Environmentby Jobble

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