Accountant - USC Care MSO Finance - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Keck Medicine of USC

1d•$33 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

This position will support the Accounting Department by performing routine daily procedures, preparing journal entries alongside various month end tasks, reconcile appropriate balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis, and perform analytics of financial data and results for Keck Medical Center of USC. Must have the ability to perform multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with department managers and staff. Primary duties and responsibilities are to perform a variety of accounting duties, preparing and managing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations. • Assist with maintenance of subsidiary schedules of accounts to control balances in ledger, such as, but not limited to: • Deposits and transfers • Credit card reconciliations • System payment reconciliations • Reviews bank statements and assists with the monthly reconciliation of bank account balances with transactions recorded in the general ledger, external systems, internal systems and other sources • Heavy data research through MS Excel (intermediate to advance excel preferred) • Process high-volume of documents, reports and records • Research, track and resolve accounting discrepancies • Perform various special accounting related assignments as necessary Monitors, reviews and verifies accounting records and transactions for accuracy, timeliness and adequacy of supporting documentation. Ensures compliance with internal policies, agency rules and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. Determines current financial balances to produce schedules, summary reports, trial balances, income statements, and/or other accounting and financial documents in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Prepares financial reports from available accounting data following prescribed formats, as needed. Reviews and analyzes reports for accuracy prior to distribution. Identifies problems and interacts with internal and/or external contacts, as required, to correct deficiencies and/or discrepancies. Rejects and returns documentation as appropriate. Reconciles accounts to the university financial system. Researches and resolves problems and adjusts accordingly. Ensures supporting documentation exists for audit purposes. Serves as a resource for funding agencies and/or other organizations to provide requested or required financial information and reports. Clarifies or researches issues as necessary. Assists in developing and maintaining automated systems and procedures. Provides input for the development of accounting applications, reports, forms, records and documented procedures. Advises on university financial policies and procedures, agency laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. Mains currency with laws and regulations governing accounting policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or similar education and coursework. Experience may substitute for education
3 years minimum of accounting experience
Ability to manipulate large spreadsheets, VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, Macros
Fundamental knowledge of GAAP
Sound understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
Deadline and detail-oriented
Analytical mind with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Critical thinker with a high proficiency in math
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent report writing, communication and IT skills
Advanced competency in Microsoft Office and Accounting software packages
Strong written and verbal communication skills along with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Must be able to apply principle of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) - If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Nice To Haves

University and Healthcare experience a plus
Intermediate to advance excel preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine daily procedures
Prepare journal entries
Perform month-end tasks
Reconcile appropriate balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
Perform analytics of financial data and results
Prepare and manage daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations
Assist with maintenance of subsidiary schedules of accounts to control balances in ledger
Review bank statements and assist with the monthly reconciliation of bank account balances
Process high-volume of documents, reports and records
Research, track and resolve accounting discrepancies
Perform various special accounting related assignments
Monitor, review and verify accounting records and transactions for accuracy, timeliness and adequacy of supporting documentation
Ensure compliance with internal policies, agency rules and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles
Determine current financial balances to produce schedules, summary reports, trial balances, income statements, and/or other accounting and financial documents
Prepare financial reports from available accounting data following prescribed formats
Review and analyze reports for accuracy prior to distribution
Identify problems and interact with internal and/or external contacts to correct deficiencies and/or discrepancies
Reject and return documentation as appropriate
Reconcile accounts to the university financial system
Research and resolve problems and adjust accordingly
Ensure supporting documentation exists for audit purposes
Serve as a resource for funding agencies and/or other organizations to provide requested or required financial information and reports
Clarify or research issues as necessary
Assist in developing and maintaining automated systems and procedures
Provide input for the development of accounting applications, reports, forms, records and documented procedures
Advise on university financial policies and procedures, agency laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles
Maintain currency with laws and regulations governing accounting policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned