Staff Accountant

Who We Are:

Phoenix Health Care Management Services, Inc. was founded in 1992 by Voluntary Hospitals of America Georgia (now Vizient Southern States) to bring innovative ideas to healthcare. Today, we operate as a shared services company, providing financial, operational, and administrative support to healthcare organizations.

Owned by 19 healthcare stakeholders, Phoenix streamlines operations, improves efficiency, and strengthens financial performance so providers can focus on what matters most: delivering quality patient care.

Overview:

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the Finance team, working under the guidance of the Vice President of Finance and Accounting with day-to-day collaboration from the Senior Accountant. In this role, you will take ownership of core accounting processes including standard Accounts Payable, Cash Receipts and specialized AR & AP processes associated with one of our main subsidiaries.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining the integrity of the accounts receivable sub-ledger, and contributing to the creation of timely and accurate general ledger transactions within a collaborative and growth-focused environment.

Why Youll Love Working With Us:

• Structured Work Environment Clear processes and expectations designed to support your success
• Performance-Driven Culture Your contributions are recognized, measured, and valued
• Collaborative Team Atmosphere Work alongside supportive, goal-oriented professionals
• Professional Growth Opportunities Continue developing your skills and advancing your accounting expertise

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 35 years of progressive accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, including debits and credits and how accounts are impacted by transactions
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Access; PowerPoint experience is a plus
• Ability to follow direction and apply knowledge independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated expertise in assigned responsibilities, with a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while applying varied accounting concepts
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor with the ability to remain composed under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to interact effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders

Physical Demands

The physical demands outlined below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and communicate effectively
• Frequent use of hands for typing, handling documents, and operating standard office equipment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, with rare instances requiring lifting up to 50 pounds
• Visual abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Generous Benefits:

• Medical Insurance Eligible starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match of up to 6%
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Annual Merit Increase Opportunities
• Supplemental Health Coverage, including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services Plan

Paid Time Off:

• Employees are eligible to accrue up to 128 hours of paid time off (PTO) during their first calendar year of employment.
• 10 paid holidays

What You Will Do:

• Cash Applications: Prepare and process cash applications by entering daily cash receipts and ACH deposits into the internal system. Generate reports for posting during three monthly cycles (10th, 20th, and month-end) and apply payments to outstanding invoices. Create General Ledger batches for non-AR cash activity.
• Reporting Cycles: Coordinate weekly and monthly reporting cycles for a main subsidiary. Generate and review statements and reports, maintain Excel source documents using VLOOKUP, and post AR batches after review. Process and distribute electronic remittances, check payments, invoices, and client statements. Manage completion of weekly reporting in preparation for the next cycle.
• Accounts Payable: Process AP transactions by generating invoice and payment batches on a weekly basis. Execute and distribute electronic and check payments in accordance with Finance leadership instructions.
• Refund Processing: Prepare and process monthly hospital and patient refunds, or as received, using the accounting system.
• Accounts Receivable: Generate and distribute invoices weekly and support ongoing AR processes.
• Bank Deposits: Complete daily check deposits using Wells Fargo Desktop Deposit.
• Online Banking: Manage select banking transactions and inquiries through the companys online banking platform.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Work location: Smyrna, GA (Atlanta area)
This position requires completion of a 30-day onsite training period before transitioning to a hybrid work schedule.

Work Hours/Schedule:

• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Monday Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote

Apply today and make a meaningful impact while growing your career!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 35 years of progressive accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, including debits and credits and how accounts are impacted by transactions
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Access; PowerPoint experience is a plus
• Ability to follow direction and apply knowledge independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated expertise in assigned responsibilities, with a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while applying varied accounting concepts
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor with the ability to remain composed under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to interact effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders

Physical Demands

The physical demands outlined below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and communicate effectively
• Frequent use of hands for typing, handling documents, and operating standard office equipment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, with rare instances requiring lifting up to 50 pounds
• Visual abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus