Senior Accountant Analyst

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant position at Yale New Haven Health System is responsible for managing the monthly and annual general ledger closes and reporting. This role requires a solid understanding of the Infor accounting system to ensure efficient month-end processes and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Senior Accountant will support various teams within the organization, including the Investment Team and Development Office, by providing accurate financial reporting and analysis, while also fostering a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Three to five years' accounting experience is required and substantial experience in the preparation and interpretation of financial reports and accounting.
• Solid experience in computerized financial applications is necessary.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Strong computer background and proficient excel skills required.
• Experience with automated general ledger and other financial software.
• Ability to research and interpret accounting and healthcare industry standards.
• Ability to work independently and under broad directions.

Responsibilities

• Performance of the Accounting and Reporting functions related to Yale New Haven Health System Investment Trust, including recording investment journal entries, reconciliation and related reporting.
• Responsible for the month-end journal entries, reconciliation and reporting related to philanthropic contributions.
• Responsible for understanding and maintenance of YNHH restricted and unrestricted net assets, including identifying related spending, preparing net asset release journal entries and monthly reconciliation of net assets.
• Preparing monthly journal entries and reconciliations for pledges receivable.
• Preparation and distribution of fund reports to the nominators, including ongoing assistance with operational activities, inquiries, and fund related analyses.
• Preparation of Winchester Financial Statements, related journal entries and reporting.
• Preparation of year-end investment and net assets footnotes to the financial statements. Assistance with the interim/annual audit, including the preparation and review of requested information.
• Assistance in development of budgets and projections.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer service with internal and external stakeholders, including Development Office, Treasury, fund nominators and investment custodian bank.
• Responsible for ensuring that subsidiary ledgers balances are accurate and accounted for in general ledger.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls over the month-end close process.
• Work with management to identify and recommend solutions for control gaps and process inefficiencies.
• Review processes and operations to avoid duplication of efforts between related departments.
• Using our internal financial software, improve accounting, timing, quality and effectiveness of reports.
• Performs other related duties as required by the Manager of Financial Reporting and Accounting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree