*The Staff Accountant position will be based in Scottsdale, AZ and is a hybrid role working in the office 3 days per week as defined by the company*

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Staff Accountant responsible for recording a variety of accounting transactions and journal entries throughout the month as well as at month end, preparing and maintaining monthly account reconciliations including analyzing, reviewing, researching and resolving discrepancies, and providing monthly variance analysis. This role is also responsible for communicating and collaborating with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements. This person will maintain controls for the general ledger accounts and business transactions of the organization by applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

As you join our mission to help those suffering from substance use disorders reclaim their lives, expect to thrive in a comfortable, welcoming, and fun environment where you are valued for the work you do, championed by passionate leaders, and equipped with the tools and ongoing training you need to achieve your goals. 

Along the way, we’ll invest in your well-being through a benefits package that includes:

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
• 401K retirement plan with match
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%
• Employee assistance program to support your mental health and wellness
• Ongoing professional development 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to the Assistant Controller
• Reconcile and resolves differences on various balance sheet accounts
• Process and manages revenues related to grants
• Provide accounting information to managers and others within the company; explaining accounting transactions; resolving accounting issues and discrepancies
• Manage and work with the Finance team on capital projects which includes processing and set-up of fixed assets
• Understand and functionally operate internal financial systems and be able to provide reporting and analysis from the data.
• Support the operational accounting team with adjustments and journal entries.
• Assess current reporting process and provide recommendation to streamline and simplify data presentation
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• Education, Certification and Experience Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Tax/Finance or equivalent job experience
• CPA license a plus, but not necessary
• 3+ years previous accounting experience required including GL accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge software applications in Microsoft 365
• Experience with Intacct or other similar multi-entity integrated accounting software preferred
• Experience with accounting processes, journal entries, allocations, and accruals
• Accuracy and attention to detail with numbers and quantitative skills
• Self-motivation and desire to expand knowledge with on-the-job training
• Possess integrity and ethical character with a clean financial background
• Understand and support the confidential nature of the position and all related functions
• Possess exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
• Ability to quickly prioritize among numerous tasks
• Able to analyze, organize, summarize, and articulate financial information
• Detailed and organized to allow for quick and accurate data gathering and analysis
• The ability to use a phone, computer, printer, and copier is required.
• The ability to use the internet and various web browser software is required.
• Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.
• Requires prolonged sitting, standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching associated with a normal office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged typing and operation of computer, keyboard, and telephones required.
• Requires occasional use of fax machines, telephones, copiers, and other office equipment.
• Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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