Bookkeeper

Love what you do and join Quail Park Communities. As a Bookkeeper, you have the opportunity to work as an Accountant for two Senior Living Communities:

Quail Park on Cypress is a comfortably appointed Assisted Living with craftsman-style architecture offering residents opportunities for engagement and growth. Join the team today!

Quail Park Memory Care Residences of Visalia is a comfortably appointed Memory Care with craftsman-style architecture offering residents opportunities for engagement and growth. Join the team today!

Job Description

Purpose : The bookkeeper is directly responsible for managing accounts receivable and accounts payable while ensuring accurate and timely accounting and bookkeeping for the community. This role emphasizes professionalism, precision, and efficiency in all financial operations. The bookkeeper serves as a role model by consistently demonstrating a positive, can-do attitude and taking pride in their work.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements :
• AA degree in Business or Accounting, Bachelors preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience required in bookkeeping, including but not limited to A/R, A/P, in a residential or long-term care setting preferred.
• Intermediate computer skill proficiency including Word, Excel, accounting, and payroll software required.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, other team members and vendors.
• Ability to represent the company in a positive and professional manner.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must pay attention to detail, accuracy, and possess strong organizational skills.
• Possess excellent time management skills with ability to work independently as well as collectively on assigned tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidential information, including but not limited to company financial information, personnel documents, resident health and financial information and company trade secrets.
• Must have a strong commitment to customer service and a desire to exceed customer expectations.
• Must meet all health-related requirements pertaining to state regulatory agencies.
• Must maintain current CPR/First Aid credentials.
• Must maintain current Food Handlers credentials.
• Must maintain annual Continuing Education Credits.
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Subject to pre-employment screening including criminal background check, drug screen, and TB testing.

Essential Functions: Bookkeeping/Accounting
• Maintain resident financial files, ensuring all documents, including Admission Agreements and Service Plans, are accurate, up-to-date, and properly organized within both the relevant software systems and physical files.
• Manage and maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Ensure timely billing, posting, and depositing of receivables.
• Process invoices, payments, and collections in compliance with company policies.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to management as directed.
• Collaborate closely with the Home Office Accounting Department to ensure all bookkeeping and accounting tasks are accurate and aligned.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with internal accounting standards.
• Assist in the preparation and review of budgets, forecasts, and financial audits.
• Work closely with the home office accounting team to ensure accurate reporting.
• Handle inquiries related to financial matters from residents, vendors, and staff promptly and professionally, ensuring clear and accurate communication.
• Support financial problem-solving and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Always maintain confidentiality and security of financial information and records.
• Reconcile petty cash and petty cash accounts on a regular basis.
• Promptly communicate residents and guest comments or concerns to management.
• Attends all required team member meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Upholds Residents’ Rights as defined by state regulations and by Company policy, at all times.
• Supports and upholds all other Company policies, and the service philosophy.
• Reliable and Predictable Attendance.
• Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions (travel, hours, and environment):

Schedule
•Monday through Friday schedule 8:30am - 5pm.
•Must be able to work full-time, including occasional evenings and some weekend and holiday rotations.
• Must be able to occasionally work additional hours if required to meet deadlines.

Salary
This is a 40-hour Non-Exempt Role (Occasional Overtime). The starting wage for the role is $25.00 an hour.

Benefits
From 401K to Holiday Pay, and more; visit our Employee Benefits page here: Our Benefits - Living Care Lifestyles Corporate