Accountant

Banking / Financial Reporting Serve as signer on all CCH bank accounts and monitor bank activity daily. Update Business Office Deposit Spreadsheet daily and monitor timeliness of receipts. Facilitate/manage wired funds process. Act as internal contact for verifying status of outgoing checks and provide related images. Act as second to Controller in relationships with financial institutions. Work with Controller on improving banking processes and controls. Perform other duties assigned by Controller. Accounting Team Support Serve as mentor and problem solver for payroll specialist, financial analyst, and accounts payable clerk. Support controller and team with month‑end and year‑end processes (20% of time). Accounts Payable Assist with accounts payable duties to ensure accuracy. Review and verify invoices and check requests, obtaining approval when needed. Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and correspond with vendors and internal departments as needed. Process patient refunds received from Business Office (10% of time). Create monthly invoices for leased space and other miscellaneous billings, and process payments received. Maintain vendor files and safeguard historical records according to record retention policy. Maintain Bills Allowed for Finance/Board and prepare quarterly newspaper publication. Coordinate W-9 and 1099 process and lead creation and mailing of 1099(s) at year end. General Ledger / Audit Post transactions to general ledger journal. Assist with month‑end closing and bank reconciliations. Monitor outstanding checks and assist with reporting unclaimed property. Prepare monthly department financials. Assist with maintaining audit work papers and provide audit support as necessary. Develop and maintain spreadsheets. Assist with development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (10% of time). Cross-Functional Support for Financial Analyst Provide backup coverage to Financial Analyst. Cross‑train on key functions of Financial Analyst: financial reports, GL entries, revenue review, and audit work papers (5% of time). Basic Clarke County Hospital (CCH) Performance Criteria Demonstrate Clarke County Hospital Standards of Behaviors and adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and safety guidelines. Demonstrate ability to meet business needs of the department with regular, reliable attendance. Maintain current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Practice and reflect knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA, and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Complete all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year. Be knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g., Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste, and abuse. Bring any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff and take appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clarke County Hospital