Staff Accountant

We are looking for a dependable Staff Accountant to join a healthcare industry company in Upland, California. This position potentially long-term contract position supports a lean accounting team and calls for someone who can manage daily financial tasks while also stepping in with a leadership-minded approach when priorities shift. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on-site, handling accounting operations with accuracy, and communicating effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close activities within a structured 5-7 day timeline, including preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger records.
• Review payroll-related postings for accuracy and completeness before final accounting close.
• Track and reconcile prepaid expenses and other balance sheet accounts to support reliable financial reporting.
• Process accounts payable tasks such as scanning invoices, organizing payment documentation, and maintaining orderly records.
• Support compliance-related work by responding to health plan inquiries, assisting with grievances, and helping prepare materials for quarterly filings and audits.
• Provide audit support through document collection, digital filing, and other administrative accounting activities needed for regulatory review.
• Assist with insurance-related accounting by supporting claim processing and premium collection activities for company products.
• Use Oracle and related systems to perform accounting functions, maintain records, and support reporting needs.
• Serve as a reliable on-site presence by helping with incoming calls and occasional front-office coverage when visitors arrive.