Accountant

Overview Your job is more than a job. The Accountant is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the general ledger to support accurate and timely preparation of the financial statements under supervision. Performs assignments requiring understanding and application of accounting principles, practices and concepts (i.e., preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, etc.). Responsible for maintaining the fixed asset subledger, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliations. Accepts ownership of business processes and associated controls, provides customer service to internal and external stakeholders, and identifies process improvement opportunities. Responsibilities Responsible for accounting for non-patient revenue, employee benefits and other non-salary expenses. Includes preparing and making monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and invoicing for non-patient receivables. Prepares accurate monthly financial statements. Prepares the special events/contributions budget and other revenue budget and assists in the review of departmental non-salary expenses. Reviews AP before month-end for accuracy and during close for expense accrual purposes. Maintains positive pay uploads for all check runs and is back-up for banking needs using appropriate systems and tools. Prepares/posts lease and utilities entries. Maintains quarterly future minimum rent expense schedule and works with property management agency to collect corresponding documents. Documents financial transactions by entering and securing account information. Complies with federal, state and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on needed actions. Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations. Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions. Experience Qualifications 4 years of experience in an accounting position with an Associate’s Degree. 2 years of experience in an accounting position with a Bachelor’s Degree. Education Qualifications Required: Associate’s Degree Accounting or Finance Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Accounting or Finance Skills And Abilities Experience with computerized accounting software. Solid understanding and proficient use of Excel spreadsheet software. Ability to perform and complete multiple assignments within a reasonable period of time. Excellent communication, organization and time management skills. Ability to use standard office equipment (Telephone, Fax Machine, Copier, Typewriter, etc.). Ability to perform analytical review of accounts and transactions and communicate results. Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office products. Work Shift Days (United States of America) Equal Opportunity LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Notes The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr LCMC Health