Staff Accountant

Title : Staff Accountant Department : Finance Status : Full-Time (40 hours per week) Hours : Day Shift. Hours may be adjusted in response to workload demands. Low census may be utilized in accordance with hospital policy.

Job summary

Under the general direction of the Senior Accountant, with oversight from the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Staff Accountant performs a variety of accounting, financial reporting and budgeting activities to support Mc. Kenzie Health System’s (MHS) financial operations.

Responsibilities include

maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes, preparing account reconciliations, monitoring expense, and supporting the preparation of financial reports and budgets. This position helps ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information, safeguards MHS assets and supports compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications/Position Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education in Accounting, required. 1-3 years’ experience in accounting and/or budgeting, preferred. Knowledge of healthcare accounting and reimbursement, preferred. Examines accounting records including financial statements and other financial reports to access accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department.

Communicates information necessary for decision making to the management and staff. Works with the management team and medical management of the hospital, serving as a resource to help reduce costs, enhance revenues, achieve effective utilization and quality goals. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and other related software applications, preferred.

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented. Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families and all other support hospital & external personnel. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful situation while maintaining composure and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Mc. Kenzie Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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