What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNTANT I - REMOTE position at Palco?
ACCOUNTANT I
Palco is a visionary company pioneering an emerging health-care movement that empowers people with disabilities and those aging to live independent and quality lives. Made possible by our amazing team, Palco provides technology and financial services to aid individuals and their families to thrive in their home and communities. Partnered with government agencies and fortune 500 managed care organizations across the country, we are dedicated to creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people that count on them. We are a highly organized company that offers a solid work/life balance, autonomy, generous paid time off, bonus potential, and career advancement opportunities. Our staff make long-lasting impact on the lives of people every day.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant I to support key financial functions, including payroll reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit card management, and vendor onboarding. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting principles and a proactive approach to managing financial records and processes. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a more senior accounting position over time.
This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their accounting career while gaining experience across multiple financial functions. This is a remote position.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll & Benefits Reconciliation
- Enter and reconcile payroll and benefits transactions in the general ledger.
- Ensure payroll and benefits expenses align with financial records.
Accounts Payable & Vendor Management
- Maintain vendor records, onboard new vendors, and collect required tax forms (e.g., W-9s).
- Process vendor payments and ensure timely disbursements.
- Reconcile accounts payable and resolve discrepancies.
Accounts Receivable & Invoicing
- Enter customer invoices into the accounting system.
- Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up internally on overdue payments.
- Assist with cash application and payment allocations.
Credit Card & Bank Reconciliation
- Review, categorize, and reconcile company credit card transactions.
- Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies.
Month-End & Financial Reporting Support
- Assist with journal entries and accruals during month-end close.
- Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audits.
- Generate reports to support financial decision-making.
- Review general ledger for discrepancies and miscoded transactions.
Expense & Compliance Oversight
- Process and verify employee expense reports.
- Ensure financial transactions comply with company policies and internal controls.
Qualifications & Skills:
1-3 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in payroll, AP, and AR.- Familiarity with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Experience with vendor management and accounts payable processing.
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and invoice tracking.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with bank reconciliations and credit card expense management.
- Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
- Previous experience in a high-volume, multi-entity accounting environment.
Join Us
This position is remote/work-from-home role. Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the end of your workday.
Company benefits designed for you:
- Generous Paid time off.
- Quarterly/Annual bonus potential.
- Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.
- Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.
- Paid Training: Earn while you learn, and continue to grow with access to internal and external learning opportunities.
- Great Work Environment: We are proud of our company culture of collaboration and the recognition we’ve received for our diversity efforts.
When you join Palco, you are engaged in creating the future - both our company’s, the people we serve, and your own. We understand that our success is directly related to the success of our team. We strive to create a culture where you can:
- Bring your authentic self to work.
- Grow and thrive, both personally and professionally.
- Make a difference with our clients, in our communities, and with the millions of people we support.
- Experience work/life balance.
- Feel value and a greater purpose through the work you do.
Palco, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
