Bookkeeper

 Bookkeeper

Galen Medical Group offers several medical specialties throughout the Chattanooga region. We provide quality care and patient-friendly services to adults and children of all ages. 

Our mission is to elevate the health of our community through multiple medical specialties providing excellent care delivered with wisdom, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to technology, education, and scientific inquiry. Galen is CHATTANOOGA'S Doctor! 

Summary/Objective

  Assist the Accounting Department in handling payroll and general bookkeeping duties.

Essential Functions:

• Process bi-weekly & monthly payroll using third party payroll vendor software.
• Understand proper taxation of employer paid benefits
• Manage time and attendance processes.
• Coordinator year-end W-2 reconciliations with third party payroll vendor.
• Reconcile benefits payable invoices to payroll registers
• Manage bank and general ledger reconciliations, including coordinating with other departments to gather necessary data
• Handle daily bookkeeping functions and cash flow
• Compile data from a variety of sources and departments to balance and maintain spreadsheets.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification during work hours.
• Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.

WORKING HOURS:

•  Work hours can be PRN, Pro-rated FT or FT based on needs of the site.
• Weekends, holidays and overtime must be worked as required by department.
• Galen reserves the right to change the work schedule of any employee when it is considered in the best interest of the organization.
• The reasonable scheduling of overtime is the prerogative of Galen, and employees will be expected to work such overtime unless excused by their supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. 

Experience

• Must have 3+ years Payroll, Bookkeeping & Accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Excellent organization, written and communication skills.
• Attention to details.
• Computer literate.  
• Microsoft Office experience.

As part of the Galen Medical Group, the applicant must be a team player and provide excellent customer service while assessing our patient's needs efficiently. Perform all duties in compliance with Galen Medical policies, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.

Galen Medical Group is a member of the TN Drug-Free Workplace and it is a requirement that we conduct a pre-employment drug screen, as part of the hiring process.

Why should you apply?

• 401(k) benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• Holiday Pay.
• Great earned time-off policy.
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Long Term Disability.