Finance Associate

Prairie Eye Center is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Finance Associate with a strong foundation in accounting and bookkeeping to support our Finance Director in executing core financial operations. This full-time role is ideal for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure financial accuracy, proper recordkeeping, and compliance in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Bookkeeping Functions.
• Perform daily bookkeeping activities, including accurate data entry, account coding, and transaction posting
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals
• Assist with month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Track, organize, and maintain financial records in accordance with company policies
• Accounts Payable & Financial CoordinationProcess and track vendor invoices, ensuring proper approvals and coding
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including payment posting and discrepancy resolution
• Facilitate the flow of financial information between the Finance team and medical billing departmentReconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies

Reporting & Administrative Support

• Support the Finance Director with internal financial reporting, analysis, and documentation
• Maintain organized financial files to support audit readiness and compliance
• Assist with budget tracking and expense monitoring
• Carry out additional finance and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations experience
• Strong understanding of:General ledger functions
• Basic accounting principles (debits/credits)
• Account reconciliations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas and data organization), Word, and general office software
• Experience with accounting or practice management software preferred
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in healthcare, medical billing, or multi-location organizations
• Familiarity with accounts payable/receivable processes and financial reporting cycles

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, IL 62704 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, IL 62704: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person