Accounting Assistant

Title: Accounting Assistant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Accounting Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week. On-site with the ability to travel to satellite clinics as required.

About Us:

At Retina Specialty Institute and Southern Eye Group we are dedicated to preserving and improving the gift of sight. As growing leaders in the field of ophthalmology, we utilize cutting-edge technology and the latest advancements in healthcare to provide exceptional care to our patients. Our commitment to excellence drives us to prioritize patient care above all else, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of treatment. We believe that by saving sight, we are not only preserving vision but also enhancing lives. Join our team and be a part of our mission to make a difference in the lives of our patients every day.

General Purpose of Job/Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Assistant to support our Finance team. This role is responsible for assisting with day-to-day accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring timely processing of transactions. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment with multiple entities and locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice entry, payment processing, and follow-up.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Assist with payroll-related reporting and audits as needed.
• Prepare and update financial spreadsheets, reports, and summaries.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support audits and provide documentation as requested.
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives within the Finance department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience required.
• Experience in healthcare or multi-entity environments preferred.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software (experience with ADP or similar systems a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA and company policies.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Offered Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and ancillary benefits offered.
• 401k eligibility with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification.
• Friendly, upbeat, and supportive work environment.

Provider Registration:

Retina Specialty Institute is registered with the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For information on our provider status, visit the Florida Practitioner’s Database:

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Retina Specialty Institute and Southern Eye Group are equal opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the policy of our companies not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions to the extent the Company may do so without undue burden.

This role involves sitting for extended periods at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting up to 15 pounds may be required. Specific vision abilities needed include close, distance, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment.

The work takes place in a climate-controlled office with moderate noise levels.

Other Duties:

This job description provides an overview of key duties but is not all-inclusive. Responsibilities and tasks may evolve over time, and adjustments may be made as needed, with or without prior notice.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person