Accountant Senior

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant position is responsible for the processing of fixed assets to ensure proper coding and accurate reporting in compliance with GAAP and governmental tax laws. Assist with all monthly reporting, procedures and close processes as necessary and compile financial information in order to create various internal/external reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fixed Asset Reporting and Equipment Usage Allocations.
• Banking activities: Daily/monthly downloads, preparation of daily cash and compass credit card files, bank recons, misc. banking entries for month end.
• Review corporate credit card activity and post entries for expense reporting.
• Work with practice managers to review monthly physician compensation and provide all reporting needs requested by physicians.
• Prepare accurate monthly journal entries as assigned. 
• Ensure an accurate and timely closing process as relates to assigned duties.
• Review monthly sales tax returns for accuracy and ensure timely filing.
• Prepare information/schedules related to the corporate income tax return.
• Assist finance team members in the implementation of processes and databases designed to improve efficiency, accuracy and data management in the Finance department. 
• Assist with the annual budget by extracting data from various systems to be used in the budget process.
• Complete corporate surveys as requested by V.P. of Financial Ops. and/or Executive V.P.
• Generate and produce internal/external reports as required by Controller.
• Other duties as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor & Controller.

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures.
• Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
• Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision.
• Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities. 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Three years accounting experience required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Display customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.
• Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently in a high energy, ever-changing fast paced environment.
• Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows, MS Excel, Access, etc.) and ability to quickly learn new applications. 
• Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication. 
• Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.
• Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and the desire to learn.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally)
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
• Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
• Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain focus while working in close proximity to others.
• Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
• Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints. 
• Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions/schedule. 
• Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day. 
• May be required to work extended hours to meet department needs