Senior Accountant

Empath Health is currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team.

The Senior Accountant is primarily responsible for ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and subsequent reporting of financial statements and other financial reports for Empath Health and its Affiliates. The Senior Accountant is also responsible for monitoring and performing quality assurance reviews of certain regulatory compliance including, but not limited to State and Federal tax returns, Federal and State cost reports and Federal, State and Local grants reporting and preparation of aspects of these compliance items. The Senior Accountant will also drive the overhead allocation process and analysis, and production of consolidated financial statements of Empath Health, ensuring that affiliate revenue and expenses are appropriately eliminated upon consolidation. The Senior Accountant is also responsible for assisting with day-to-day review of work of other general ledger accounting staff and general quality assurance of work product produced within the general ledger group, and with preparation and review of entity operating and grant related operating budgets.

Within parameters of appropriate segregation of duties, this position is responsible for accurate and timely preparation of balance sheet and bank reconciliations; depreciation, reconciling and recording accounts receivable and revenues between the patient accounting system and the general ledger; recording, reconciling and analyzing payroll activity; monitoring cash flow for all entities; recording and maintaining work-in-process and fixed asset subledgers; preparing and monitoring and recommending accruals for MHB, Worker’s Compensation, IBNR, non-patient and patient related expense accruals and other areas requiring analytical review and judgment; preparing journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations; reviewing, approving and recording cash receipts; advanced accounting research and interpretation of technically diverse areas such as fund accounting, leases, accounting for software costs and revenue recognition, installment sales, grant accounting, internet sales, sales tax applicability, etc.; assist with policy and procedure documentation and general internal control monitoring; and significant maintenance of aspects of existing and new General Ledger software and associated reporting tools. The Senior Accountant also has oversight/quality assurance responsibility over routine work of General Ledger accounting staff and general ledger coding by parties external to General Ledger Personnel, and performs, fosters and facilitates appropriate communications with departments within Empath Health and its Affiliates and is a liaison with external parties including, but not limited to, grantors and vendors. The Senior Accountant will assist with meeting with department heads within Empath Health and its Affiliates, as needed to increase financial reporting accuracy and accountability related to internal controls and financial results. The Senior Accountant may also assist with pro forma analyses related to grant and various project proposals and opportunities.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Note that due to the need for appropriate internal controls and segregation of duties, not all of the following may be performed by a single General Ledger Accountant, Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant.)

1. Provide analytical and quality assurance review over routine work of general ledger accounting staff and general ledger coding by parties external to General Ledger Personnel.
2. Interact with department heads and other staff within Empath Health and its Affiliates, as needed, to provide stewardship coaching, accuracy of financial reporting and increase accountability related to internal controls and financial results.
3. Assist with policy and procedure documentation and general internal control monitoring.
4. Reconcile and record accounts receivable and revenues between the patient accounting system and the general ledger, prepare supporting schedules and analyze adequacy of bad debt allowance.
5. Record, reconcile, analyze and/or approve payroll and cash receipts activity.
6. Prepare and/or monitor accruals for significant liability areas such as, payroll, fringe benefits, workers compensation, patient related expenses such as room & board, hospital inpatient, respite, and any others that provide for accurate liabilities reporting.
7. Analyze and review overhead allocations.
8. Ensure account reconciliations are completed accurately and timely for all key balance sheet accounts and ensure outstanding items (such as delay in collections or payments) are researched and addressed timely.
9. Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations and bank reconciliations and perform analysis of these items.
10. Monitor and communicate cash flow for efficient cash management.
11. Prepare necessary schedules for Federal, State and Local grant reporting compliance.
12. Review and summarize contracts/agreements; and research, as necessary, and apply appropriate accounting treatment related to fund accounting and trusts.
13. Assist with pro forma analyses related to grant and various project proposals and opportunities.
14. Prepare schedules supporting and compile annual cost reports, tax returns, and other regulatory reporting.
15. Assist with the preparation of annual operating budgets.
16. Provide significant assistance with maintenance of aspects of the General Ledger software and associated reporting tools for current and new software applications.
17. Prepare annual audit schedules and work directly with external auditors to help ensure smooth year-end closes.
18. Assist with checking and payroll banking as needed.
19. Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:  

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in Accounting or a business related field with significant Accounting course work or major in Accounting ; five years or more of hands on general ledger accounting experience or a combination of general ledger accounting and financial audit experience in a public accounting environment. A CPA is highly preferred.
• Direct health care industry including cost report preparation and not-for-profit accounting experience are keys for success.
• Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) experience is a plus. Prior general ledger accounting software experience is essential.
• Strong analytical skills, strong organizational skills and significant Microsoft Excel experience required; additional Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are essential and prior direct customer service experience (internal and/or external) is necessary.
• Must have characteristics include: initiative, self-motivation and willingness to jump in wherever needed, flexibility in shifting between tasks, ability to work independently, ability to monitor and set priorities, adaptability and dependability.

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!