Temporary Staff Accountant

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Department:

Accounting Department

Temporary Staff Accountant

Position Type: Temporary – Agency Assignment 3-6 months assignment

Schedule: Full Time - 8:00 am - 4:30

Salinas Valley Health is seeking a Temporary Staff Accountant to support the Accounting Department. This position will be filled through a temporary staffing agency. The selected candidate will be employed by the staffing agency and assigned to work at Salinas Valley Health.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of Salinas Valley Health.  This position performs accounting duties such as journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, Payroll Treasury/Tax support and month-end close processes.  The role also includes analysis of financial data and collaboration with various departments to ensure accuracy in and financial reporting and payroll tax compliance.

• Accounting Support: Support and assist the Hospital Resource Analyst in managing daily financial operations including: Assist in month-end closing processes including recording journal transactions, tracking prepaid expenses, preparing and balancing accounts payable check runs, reconciliation of select bank and other balance sheet accounts including accounts payable. Support annual financial audits by preparing required documentation as requested by management.

• Payroll and Tax Compliance: Management of all California and out-of-state tax filings either in-house or through submission of data to our third-party payroll tax administrator on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis including: employee income taxes, disability, unemployment, paid family leave, and acquiring business licenses, if required by other states.

• Account Reconciliations: Prepare and balance general ledger account reconciliations for all payroll related liabilities on a monthly basis to ensure integrity and accuracy of the accounting records.

• Additional Governmental Reporting: Prepare and assist with filing reports and tax compliance information to federal or state agencies including: California Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Internal Revenue Service including Form 1099s and the State Controller’s Office.

• Treasury and Other Responsibilities: Includes managing wire transfers and pension contributions and management of all interactions with our third-party payroll tax administrator.  Update local tax rates and information in employee Workday records, as needed.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Business with a concentration in Accounting.

Licensure: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or Certified Payroll Professional preferred.

Experience: Two (2) years’ experience in accounting with significant exposure to payroll accounting and taxes, preferably in a healthcare or non-profit environment.  Commensurate experience in public accounting would also be considered.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, is essential for financial reporting and data analysis. Experience in Workday is desirable.

Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $40.00 - 45.00. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position. 

Job Specifications:

● Union: Non-Affiliated● Work Shift: Day Shift● FTE: 1.0● Scheduled Hours: 40

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