Staff Accountant I

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

Our Staff Accountant is responsible for providing support to the Accounting Department by performing a variety of specialized accounting duties. Duties include processing, recording. updating, analyzing, and reporting financial data/information in compliance with established policies and procedures. Assists residents with account questions and concerns. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and holds others accountable for doing the same.

• Maintains and balances assigned general ledger accounts by performing monthly account reconciliations in a timely manner. Prepares general ledger entries to ensure accurate reporting of financial information.
• Analyzes data and other information by developing complex spreadsheets. Audits spreadsheets to ensure information is accurately presented and consistent
• Compiles a wide variety of accounting work assignments (account reconciliations, capital expenditure reporting, expense variances, etc.).
• Maintains financial files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation, compliance with established policies and procedures, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget, monthly financials, annual audit, annual cost reports, statistical reporting, and other special projects as directed.
• Assists in the external audit by providing supporting documentation, schedules and/or information on internal processes as required for the audit.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Communicates concerns or potential compliance issues to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Completes all compliance and mandatory in-services and training.
• All other duties as assigned. 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field Preferred CPA or CPA candidate.
• Minimum of one year of progressively responsible experience in accounting Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google software applications
• Demonstrated advanced Excel knowledge and skill to create spreadsheets and management reports by effectively manipulating data and presenting it in an understandable and useful format 
• Demonstrated strong analytical and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person or over the telephone and ability to write concisely is required
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and react quickly under stringent time frames to meet fixed deadlines
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft and Google applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to file and retrieve documents from filing cabinets and storage area
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver boxes / files weighing up to 25 pounds
• Sedentary work: must be able to perform computer work for six to eight hours per day, either standing or sitting.

What makes Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay unique?

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a faith based, not-for-profit, Life Plan Continuing Care Community to serve older adults of all beliefs, their families and the broader community.

Our waterfront community, located on the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, in a beautiful, resort-like setting, provides innovative and comprehensive services designed to offer independent living, assisted living, and nursing care solutions.

Our employees, residents and guests carry out our mission daily: Creating community to foster joy and well-being. We maintain a close and friendly culture for our staff and residents by adhering to our Values of achieving excellence by giving and expecting:

RESPECT for each Person.

PASSION for what we do.

PROFESSIONALISM in all we do.

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status. Candidates are screened, in accordance with the Code of Virginia, with the State Police criminal background check including sex offender crimes. All new hires are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Screen and receiving the flu shot.

DAY ONE BENEFITS FOR ALL FULL-TIME HIRES!

• Dental Insurance 🦷
• Vision Insurance 👓
• Same Day Pay: Get early pay access through UKG and get paid without waiting for your paycheck! 💸
• Direct Deposit 💳
• Employee Assistance Program 🤝
• Excellent Advancement Opportunities 📈
• Identity Theft Plan 🔒
• Legal Resources ⚖️
• Life Insurance 💼
• Long-term Disability Insurance 🩺
• Medical Insurance 🏥
• Paid Time Off (PTO) ⏰
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match 💰
• Scholarship Program for Employees/Family Members 🎓
• Short-term Disability Insurance ⏳
• Six (6) Paid Holidays 🎉
• Team Member Discounts 💰
• Tuition Assistance 📚
• On-Site Gym, Salon, Clinic & Pharmacy 💪💇‍♂️💊
• No Agency use for any clinical positions 🚫
• Bus Passes 🚌
• Monthly Toll Allotment 🛣️