Senior Accountant (Full Time)

Lake Charles Memorial Health System • Lake Charles, LA

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant provides assistance in the accounting Department, maintaining and reporting all accounting applications. Overall responsibility for assisting in all functions of the accounting department.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and equivalent work experience in the Accounting Field.
• 4-5 Years of experience of working in accounting.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.
• Ability to define and solve problems individually.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end process to include journal entries, resolving financial issues, preliminary review of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly reports on budget vs. actual results and/or financial presentation packages.
• Reconcile bank statements to general ledger.
• Maintain Fixed Assets and Leases which includes monthly roll-forward.
• Assist/responsible for annual budget process for entire health system.
• Prepare local and state tax returns and coordinate filings with external partners.
• Assist CFO & Controller with quarterly, annual, and special bond disclosures.
• Communicates appropriately with management and outside auditors.
• Work closely and professionally with System leaders while reviewing monthly operating reports.
• Responsible for month end reconciliations and resolves any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in meetings as required.
• Performs other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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