Accounting Manager - Foundation Reporting

Ascension

1d•Remote

About The Position

Ascension associates are key to our commitment of transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us and help us drive impact through reimagining how we can deliver a people-centered healthcare experience and creating the solutions to do it. Explore career opportunities across our ministry locations and within our corporate headquarters. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

MBA and/or CPA
Five or more years of relevant experience in accounting
One year of leadership or management experience
Foundation Accounting experience
Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge and Financial Edge systems
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Full scope understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Financial Statements, including footnotes
Proficiency with G Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access)
Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, or other large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Continuous improvement mindset
Ability to discern the financial impact of transactions on the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Statement of Cash Flows and present findings to Accounting Leadership
Ability to resolve routine issues by exercising judgment within defined accounting procedures and practices

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations and financial accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, business case input, and other reporting activities for designated entities.
Develop work plans to successfully achieve objectives and goals in support of financial initiatives.
Prepare monthly financial reporting and analysis.
Contribute to financial reporting and technical accounting transactions for entities, including writing or reviewing technical accounting position papers.
Support financial reporting compliance across multiple technology platforms, including capital reporting systems, consolidation systems, and enterprise systems.
Assist management with understanding and analyzing financial reports and fund balance activity, developing cost-saving measures, and serving as a business partner for designated entities.
Support operational initiatives with financial components and collaborate with financial leaders across the organization.
Manage staff, which includes hiring, assigning work, performance development and growth, performance evaluation, corrective action, and termination.