Senior Accountant

Department, Shift, and Category Department Name: Accounting-Corp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Finance Systems frequently used: Lawson, Excel, Blackline Previous Health Insurance Accounting experience highly preferred Scheduled: Monday - Friday Days AZ Time Remote Eligibility This can be a remote position if you live in the following states only: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, GA, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MO, MN, MS, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, NE, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WA, & WY Position Summary This position prepares complex accounting analyses and reconciliations to support general ledger input, and may lead specialized functions such as budgeting, reporting, or special accounting applications. Core Functions Computes and posts the most complex transactions into the financial systems. Prepares complex financial reconciliations and analyses, and acts as a technical resource and liaison to facility finance, department managers, and coworkers on system and financial issues. Researches and corrects errors in the general ledger. Interfaces with management including department leaders to assist with financial data gathering, disseminating, and/or interpretation in order to ensure accuracy of financial information. Provides financial modeling resources to special projects assigned to the department by management for analysis and educates users of the assigned financial reporting system in the preparation and use of reports. Prepares timely and accurate reports and presentations for state and federal agencies, management, and auditors to satisfy mandated reporting requirements policy, law or management needs. Maintains accurate statistical, contractual or other financial databases, as assigned. May serve as Cost Center/Program CFO (as assigned), which includes initiating and assisting in identification and implementation of operating improvements and efficiencies and assisting department managers with budgeting and financial report interpretation. May lead the budget process for a facility, which includes preparation & distribution of budget materials, training facility managers, monitoring progress to ensure timely completion, and summarizing budget status at periodic check points. The primary challenge is to provide management with accurate and timely information necessary to effectively manage operations. Heavy reliance upon computer systems by this position necessitates that the incumbent spend time ensuring the integrity of statistical files and data bases. This position is expected to keep abreast of recent developments in the Financial Accounting and computer fields. Has freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions with minimal supervision. Internal customers include other department management. External customers including but not limited to regulatory agencies ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information. Minimum Qualifications Requires Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent. Requires proficiency level typically attained with 3-5 years in health care finance including demonstrated abilities in the areas of financial statement preparation and analysis. Strong analytical, statistical, and modeling skills are essential. The incumbent must be knowledgeable in computer applications and office desktop software. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple projects and use sophisticated software programs. Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills are required. Preferred Qualifications Additional related education and/or experience preferred. Estimated Pay Range Estimated Pay Range: $29.11 - $48.51 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment. Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. 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