Job Description

General Purpose:

 

The role of the Accountant-Experienced will have direct responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of all accounting transactions. They will perform a variety of complex and potentially confidential duties requiring a thorough knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures.

Essential Duties:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs – specifically Excel


• Takes ownership of monthly analysis/reconciliations/adjusting entries of various general ledger accounts. Perform overall reasonableness tests and other procedures necessary to verify data integrity.


• Improves analysis/reconciliation of GL accounts, automating whenever possible.


• Assists management in insuring financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and/or STAT (STAT applicable for Health Insurance entity).


• Participate in Health System financial planning and budget process.


• Identify and develop solutions to issues affecting the accuracy of financial records and efficiency of accounting processes.


• Makes necessary adjustments to ensure routine and project work remain on track


• Independently meets monthly deadlines.

Job Requirements

Work Experience	minimum of 4 years experience in accounting or related business
Education	Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business degree with a minimum of 15 credit hours of Accounting courses
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	Spreadsheet software knowledge and experience Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement Able to maintain strict confidentiality Strong attention to detail Has strong initiative to resolve issues and is a proactive team player Ability to uphold the core values of the organzation Strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize and work effectively both independently and in a team setting