Senior Staff Accountant

WHO WE ARE
Polaris Pharmacy Services is an industry leader in both the Long-Term Care and Post-Acute Care settings. Founded in 2015, we are locally and independently owned with pharmacies nationwide. We are proud to offer competitive benefits and industry pay as well as the opportunity for career advancement to all our team members.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for processing payments for all vendors, performing general ledger account and bank statement reconciliation, preparing journal entries and  assisting with preparing the financial statements, creating and maintaining periodic reporting, maintaining fixed asset system, assisting with annual budgeting, compiling new vendor applications and expenditures reporting, preparing statistical and financial reports for creditors and agencies, maintaining records retention, and assisting the Chief Financial Officer in preparation of miscellaneous confidential correspondence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Utilizes accounting system, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Perform Treasury Functions: daily downloads of banking transaction, book all payments and reconcile daily the designated bank account(s). Perform various complex account analyses and reconciliation.
• Process Vendor Invoices
• Reconciles the general operating account and payroll bank statements and enters the cash journals into the General Ledger.
• Work on weekly Cash Projections
• Maintains records retention log to facilitate the orderly file system of permanent records for adherence to record retention policy.
• Ensure all vendor invoices are going through the two-method approval process and entered timely in the system.
• Reconcile vendor accounts in the system to the vendor’s statement.
• Ensure accrual are entered and posted in a timely manner.
• Record accruals for all expenses in a timely manner
• Assist with the month-end closing process, conducting research and making correction journal entries for account discrepancies, prepares closing journal entries, posts accrual entries, and prepares financial statements.
• Assists Controller in compilation of miscellaneous confidential reports for use in collective bargaining unit negotiations.
• Maintains fixed asset schedule, which includes preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger to fixed assets schedules, and preparation of depreciation schedules for budgeting purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer knowledge skills required
• Basic math and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
• Good organization/Attention to detail
• Able to work at a moderate speed
• Reliable
• Problem solver
• Able to work various shifts and days
• Adaptability to an ever-changing environment

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required or Working on Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/ Finance.
• Proven track record of good communication skills.
• Proficient in spreadsheet software (Excel) and Word.
• Access and Accounting Software knowledge preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walk
• May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
• May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role

HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY

• Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
• Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
• Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.

Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.

BENEFITS for full time Employees

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises
• Career growth potential
• Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines
• Employee referral bonus program