Accountant I

Position Summary: Reviews and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts and resolves any discrepancies; participates in the preparation of hospital financial statements and reports, and in their analysis; prepares tax returns and monthly statements for miscellaneous notes and accounts receivable; provides information and assistance to the external auditors; assists in conducting account reconciliation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Reviews and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts as directed and resolves any discrepancies.

• Participates in the preparation of hospital financial statements and reports for internal distribution and regulatory reporting. Assists in the identification and analysis of significant fluctuations in asset/liability account balances, and reports findings for follow-up action.

• Prepares monthly statements for all miscellaneous accounts receivable.

• Prepares audit work papers and provides other information and assistance to the external auditors as directed.

• Assists in the conduct of account reconciliation and financial analyses.

• Performs special projects as assigned.

• Prepares monthly journal entries.

• Maintains the general ledger system.

• Runs monthly reports for distribution to the department directors.

• Provides support to accounts payable and payroll.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of college level accounting courses (OR) equivalent combination of education/experience