Accountant

Role Description

Responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of accurate financial information for assigned areas of the general ledger; general ledger account analysis and reconciliations and financial statements for the Regional Health Ministry (“RHM”) and Market Record to Report (“R2R”) shared services area. The Accountant is expected to demonstrate problem solving skills as related to healthcare financial operations and an understanding of external, regulatory, payor and other forces impacting health care financial operations including US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and other regulatory reporting requirements, IRS regulations, etc. Maintains awareness of new industry developments and standards.

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with leaders from HM, Service Area, Trinity Health and related entities.
• Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality when required.
• Responds to requests for information.
• Assists Manager with work relating to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of financial records, and financial statements including Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (grants; “Uniform Guidance” or “Single Audit”) and other RHM specific audit requirements.
• Responsible for timely implementation of agreed upon recommendations, related to areas of responsibility, resulting from the audit findings.
• Assists in annual 990 and other tax returns and accumulation of financial information to support community benefit reporting.
• Assists in preparation of sales and use tax reporting, local personal property tax reporting, annual escheatment of unclaimed property reporting, mandatory government surveys and other related reporting as assigned.
• Completes special projects, financial analysis, and research.
• Prepares monthly accounting entries, including support, for input into the PeopleSoft G/L system (or current general ledger system) for entities and accounts assigned in accordance with established timelines.
• Reconciles, analyzes & adjusts general ledger accounts in accordance with established timelines.
• Ensures accurate detail supports workpaper reconciliations.
• Assists with completion of year-end financial reporting package and preparation of year-end audit work papers and financial statement footnote disclosures.
• Obtains the appropriate supporting documentation for the audit schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and conducting financial analysis including experience in researching and analyzing accounting issues.

Requirements

• Prefer two (2) years of accounting experience. Healthcare exposure preferred.
• Experience working with various computer accounting systems and ability to use Microsoft Office suite.

Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $24.53 - $36.80

Company Description

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.