Cost Accountant - Healthcare Operations

The Ohio State University

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Accountant supports the day-to-day cost accounting functions for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Health System. The role assists with maintaining and reporting financial data within the Cost Accounting System, participating in monthly and annual close activities, and developing cost assignment methodologies, statistical allocations, and reconciliation processes. The Cost Accountant works closely with Financial Services to ensure accurate, reliable financial information and analysis that support operational and strategic decision-making across the health system. The position offers the opportunity to develop expertise in healthcare finance and cost accounting within a complex academic medical center environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant accounting, finance, or cost accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and report financial data within the Cost Accounting System.
• Participate in monthly and annual close activities.
• Develop cost assignment methodologies, statistical allocations, and reconciliation processes.
• Work with Financial Services to support accurate and reliable financial information and analysis for operational and strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Affordable health insurance, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage beginning on day one.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Access to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level