Senior Accountant

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Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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Position Information

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;

• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;

• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number NONAC3644

Job Title Senior Accountant

Position Title Senior Accountant

Position Type Non-Faculty

Number of vacancies 1

Salary Commensurate with experience

Department MHC Business Office

Position Summary

Morehouse Healthcare has an immediate need for a Senior Accountant. This position has the overall responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. The ideal incumbent will possess extensive skills in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to establish the consolidation scope.

Duties Include:

• Assists in preparing and processing all journal entries, allocations, and corrections; oversees all fixed assets, depreciation, and accruals; oversees preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports and analysis; prepares and forecasts cash flows.

• Identifies process inefficiencies and provides recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Prepares and documents journal entries and reconciliations relating to balance sheet accounts.

• Supports the accounting team in preparing quarterly financial statements, including analyzing variance reports and recommending appropriate classifications.

• Perform complex grant-related account reconciliations and correlate adjusting journal entries to ensure general ledger accuracy.

• Perform accounting and budget analysis duties that require advanced analytical and independent judgment and initiative.

• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis in response to requests or to provide support to various projects/programs.

• Develop and enhance financial reporting and analysis tools for frequent ad hoc analysis of sponsored project activity, supporting PI/Faculty/Staff in financial monitoring purposes.

• May supervise staff-level positions.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION : Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited college or university, in accounting, business or related field.

EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience.

• Ability to interpret budgets, grants and contracts.

• Detail-oriented, accurate, analytical, and organized; with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Driven and takes initiative, works with a sense of urgency.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing).

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Experience in healthcare accounting, and familiarity using EPIC .

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA track,

• Experience with EPIC and Banner Software Systems

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

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• Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD

• • List any professional finance/accounting certifications that you currently hold.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

• Professional License

• Other Document