Accountant

at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Finance

Finance

The Accountant supports day-to-day hospital accounting functions with an emphasis on routine journal entries, general ledger (GL) maintenance, fixed-asset accounting, and month-end close tasks. The role also assist with 1099 processing, a variety of special projects such as account reconciliations, physician-related payment processing, and backup accounts-payable (AP) and payroll duties. This position is designed for an individual with foundational accounting skills who enjoys detailed work in a mission-driven healthcare environment.

General Ledger & Journal Entries

• Prepare, review, and post routine and non-routine journal entries.
• Maintain GL accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely posting of transactions.

Month-End Close

• Assist with monthly close processes, including accruals, balance-sheet reconciliations, and variance research.
• Compile supporting schedules for internal and external reporting.

Fixed Assets

• Track capital acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
• Reconcile fixed-asset sub-ledger to the GL.

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare annual 1099 forms and other regulatory filings as assigned.
• Ensure documentation supports audit readiness and policy compliance.

Special Projects & Cross-Functional Support

• Perform account reconciliations and troubleshoot variances.
• Process physician-related payments and assist with value-based purchasing calculations.
• Serve as backup to AP for invoice coding, vendor inquiries, and payment runs.
• Participate in process-improvement or system-implementation projects within the Finance team.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; healthcare or nonprofit setting a plus.
• Hands-on experience with GL systems and fixed-asset modules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and familiarity with accounting software.