Accountant

MONTGOMERY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT•Conroe, TX

9d•$32 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant supports the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Accounting Department in carrying out the department’s responsibilities. The role supports timely and accurate financial transaction processing, maintains and analyzes general ledger information, prepares financial statements and supporting work papers, and assists with budgeting, forecasting, reporting, payroll, and audit activities. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
Proficiency with accounting systems software, payroll systems, spreadsheets, and word processing.
Proficient word-processing skills and strong Excel spreadsheet skills.
Maintain a current Texas Driver’s License.
Remain insurable by MCHD’s current insurance vendor.
Complete required NIMS training referenced in the Safety & Emergency Management Policy SEM 27-201.

Nice To Haves

Two years of accounting experience preferred.
Governmental certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Support timely and accurate processing of Accounting Department financial transactions in accordance with established best practices, policies, procedures, and work rules.
Assist the CFO in maintaining internal controls to safeguard District assets.
Analyze general ledger accounts for budgeting, variance analysis, and forecasting.
Prepare financial statements and supporting work papers, including board reporting.
Prepare journal entries to maintain the general ledger, including month-end close entries.
Complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations.
Support the year-end audit by preparing work papers and audit schedules.
Process transactions that may include accounts payable and cash disbursements, accounts receivable and cash receipts, and payroll processing or coordination.
Evaluate existing procedures and assist with implementing process improvements.
Coordinate with departments on budgeting and reporting.
Prepare daily cash and forecasting reports.
Develop a thorough understanding of the financial operations of the company and its departments and customers.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.