Staff Accountant jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

What you will do 

The Accounting Specialist/Staff Accountant will perform a variety of accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections and account reconciliations.  This position will also assist in standard weekly and monthly financial reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficient computer skills including strong working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and Word. Experience using accounting software required.
• Understanding of GAAP and standard accounting processes along with checks and balances.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Data entry and word processing skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Conducts self in a professional manner, working to solve problems and find new ways to improve and implement efficiencies within the organization.
• Maintain confidentiality with all information regarding our clients and their families
• Ability to give superior customer service and effectively answer questions.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or 5 years of experience preferred.
• Accounting experience to include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Journals, Ledger Reconciliations and Financial Reporting.
• Healthcare experience a plus.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and reporting.
• Prefer experience in an actual accounting setting.

Responsibilities/Expectations

• Responsible for all accounting data entry and Journal Entry preparation.
• Timely process accounts payable and keep vendor files up to date.
• Tracking and entry of company credit card activity.
• Accurate and timely cash postings of payments received from customers into accounting system.
• Complete monthly reconciliation of cash receipts and disbursements.
• Process and maintain accounts receivable and collections for our clients.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of client trust accounts.
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements.
• Reconcile accounts in a timely manner.
• Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of weekly/monthly financial reports.
• Assist with tax reporting.
• Record and maintain Fixed Asset List and Depreciation Schedule.
• Prepare for annual Audit and work directly with accounting team during the Audit process.
• Assume assigned responsibilities without need of continuous supervision and carry them out within a reasonable time frame.

Who We Are

​Prime Home DDS is a Nebraska DHHS certified provider of specialized community based programs and services for people with developmental disabilities, offering extended family home placements and individualized habilitation programs to increase the skills and independence of people with developmental disabilities. Through coordination with families, case workers, school representatives, and health care providers, PHDDS seeks to be the catalyst to providing an exceptional level of service to people and their families dealing with the challenges of developmental disabilities.

Our Commitment

To assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in self-determination and community integration through meaningful relationships and experiences.

Prime Home DDS offers various Residential and Day Habilitation services to better meet the needs of an individual: Extended Family Homes (EFH), Day Habilitation, Community Inclusion, Integrated Community Employment and Crisis Intervention Services.