<h4>Job Title: Staff Accountant (On Site Bethesda, MD)</h4> <h4>Location: 4849 Rugby Ave Bethesda, MD 20814</h4> <h4>Employment Type: FT W2 Salaried</h4> <h4>Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 annual</h4> <hr> <p><strong>CareTalk Health</strong></p> <p>CareTalk Health is a virtual medical practice that specializes in Clinical Process Outsourcing (CPO). We partner with healthcare organizations to build and manage patient and member populations.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>CareTalk Health is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in accounting and financial operations.</p> <p>The Staff Accountant will work directly with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), assisting with daily accounting activities, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger support. This role provides hands-on exposure to healthcare finance and accounting operations while offering mentorship from a CPA with extensive experience in public accounting, corporate finance, and mergers and acquisitions.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, eager to learn, and interested in pursuing a long-term career in accounting and finance.</p> <p>Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST In Office at the Bethesda, MD location </p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do </strong></p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>1) Daily Accounting Operations</p> <ul> <li>Review and process daily financial transactions imported into QuickBooks Online (QBO)</li> <li>Ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and properly categorized</li> <li>Assist with maintaining organized financial documentation and records</li> </ul> <p>2) Cash Management & Deposits</p> <ul> <li>Scan and deposit paper checks received in the office</li> <li>Verify deposit accuracy and maintain supporting documentation</li> <li>Assist with cash receipt tracking and reconciliation</li> </ul> <p>3) General Ledger Support</p> <ul> <li>Prepare and post journal entries in QuickBooks Online</li> <li>Assist with maintaining the integrity of the general ledger</li> <li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li> </ul> <p>4) Account Reconciliations</p> <ul> <li>Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts using QuickBooks Online</li> <li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li> <li>Maintain supporting schedules and reconciliation documentation</li> </ul> <p>5) Financial Reporting & Analysis</p> <ul> <li>Maintain Excel-based schedules supporting general ledger activity, including prepaid expense amortization schedules and other accounting support files</li> <li>Generate recurring financial and operational reports from QuickBooks Online</li> <li>Assist with financial analysis and reporting requests as assigned</li> </ul> <p>6) Process Improvement & Team Support</p> <ul> <li>Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls</li> <li>Collaborate with finance leadership on special projects</li> <li>Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting</li> <li>No current experience necessary. This can be a first job.</li> <li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts</li> <li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets and multiple data sources</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Interest in pursuing CPA certification within the next 1–3 years</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred</strong></p> <ul> <li>Internship, academic project, or professional experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping</li> <li>Experience with QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Enterprise</li> <li>Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries</li> <li>Exposure to financial reporting or month-end close activities</li> <li>Prior healthcare or professional services industry experience</li> </ul> <p><strong>Work Location Requirement</strong></p> <p><span data-teams="true">This is a remote U.S.-based position. Employees must perform all work physically within the United States. International work is not permitted during scheduled work hours.</span></p> <p><strong>Work Environment </strong></p> <p>This is a remote position and may be “on camera” at any time. The Staff Accountant will work from a home office, requiring reliable internet connectivity and a secure, private workspace.</p> <p><strong>Technical Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <div><strong>Computer:</strong></div> <ul data-editing-info="{"applyListStyleFromLevel":true}"> &l