Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Would you like to join a rapidly growing, locally owned company committed to quality patient care? James River Home Health is actively seeking a compassionate and highly committed Staff Accountant to join our Richmond office!

The Staff Accountant is a detail-oriented and proactive professional responsible for managing core accounting operations. This role focuses on accounts payable, vendor payments, credit card oversight, and financial reconciliation—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the organization’s financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice & Payment Processing

· Process vendor invoices and statements within the accounting system.

· Verify approvals, account coding, and adherence to company policy.

· Execute timely check runs, EFTs, and employee reimbursements.

· Prioritize and process urgent manual checks (e.g., payroll).

Inbox & Documentation Management

· Manage the email inbox; track status of items (pending, completed).

· Organize and save invoices and financial documents in the shared Financial Operations drive.

Taxes and Business Licenses

· Register state payroll tax accounts in coordination with HR.

· Apply for and renew business licenses and zoning permits for new locations.

Vendor Management

· Maintain accurate vendor records (e.g., W-9s, address updates).

· Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

Credit Card Oversight

· Manage activation, deactivation, budget codes, and limits for corporate credit cards.

· Review and process monthly credit card statements.

Reporting & Reconciliation

· Prepare monthly reconciliations, variance reports, and metrics.

· Post journal entries and assist with month-end/year-end close.

· Support 1099 filing and internal/external audits.

Process Improvement & System Support

· Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Recommend and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

· Troubleshoot and escalate accounting system issues as needed.

· Stay current with GAAP and company accounting policies.

Job Conditions

This is a desk-based position requiring regular use of a computer, calculator, and phone. Minimal physical activity (e.g., file handling) may be required. The role involves deadline-driven tasks and requires clear communication skills in English.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

· Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.

Confidentiality

This role involves access to sensitive patient and personnel information. Strict confidentiality must be maintained at all times.

If you are interested and are a caring, compassionate nurse who can make a difference in the lives of our patients, then we would be interested in meeting you!!

"James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”