Hospital Staff Accountant

The Hospital Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general accounting functions, including financial reporting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting with audits. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the hospital's financial records in compliance with healthcare regulations and accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

• General Ledger Management: Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper classification of transactions. Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and balanced.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure financial records are accurate and up to date, providing analysis and insights into financial performance.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform timely monthly account reconciliations to ensure that hospital accounts are balanced. Investigate discrepancies and make corrections as necessary.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with hospital policies, healthcare regulations, and accounting standards, including GAAP and FASB guidelines. Stay updated on relevant financial and regulatory changes impacting the healthcare industry.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, Medicare Cost Reporting, and various Hospital Surveys by preparing and providing necessary financial documentation. Coordinate with auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
• Cash Management: Monitor daily cash activity, including bank reconciliations, cash deposits, and withdrawals.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Assists the Director of Finance in various projects as needed. Provide support for financial analysis and budgeting processes.  Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in accounting.  Experience within a healthcare or hospital setting a plus but not required.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and healthcare industry regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex financial data.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy, thoroughness, and professionalism.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain attention to detail and accuracy, complete projects by deadlines and communicate progress.
• Ability to demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information handled.
• Certifications: CPA or CMA a plus but not required.

 Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with standard office hours.
• Occasional overtime during year-end closing or audit periods.
• Exposure to sensitive financial data in a healthcare environment.