Senior Accountant I

Hackensack Meridian Health • Edison, NJ

81d • $82,513

About The Position

The Senior Accountant I prepares, analyzes, and reviews financial statements using accounting principles for the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Reconciles accounts from the general ledger and prepares journal entries and month-end reports. Identifies complex accounting problems, researches solutions, and corrects problems. Examines financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles. May have lead responsibility for special projects. Participates in all levels of accounting activities within the finance department. This position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing various complicated tasks. Demonstrates knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), standards, and procedures. Applies GAAP to carry out the core responsibilities of all assigned duties, special projects, and any other necessary responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected along with leading the work of others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant area of study or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in accounting, or 2 years of public accounting experience with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in progress.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include Microsoft Office (Excel) and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Prior hospital or healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation, analysis, and adjustment of general ledger accounts are completed on a timely basis.
• Ensures accuracy of account balances and compliance with accounting standards.
• Uses online research and review of original record sources to evaluate the appropriateness of account balance.
• Maintains accurate detail in support of the balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other documents that project the organization's financial position.
• Uses sound statistical methods to recognize and ensure accuracy.
• Communicates clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Interacts with financial institutions, tax authorities, external auditors, corporate offices, and others as needed.
• Ensures that all reports generated provide meaningful and timely information.
• Prepares and completes accurate journal entries by the closing date on a monthly basis.
• Identifies accounting problems and internal control weaknesses, researches possible solutions, and presents recommendations.
• Contributes to and/or files the Federal/State payroll tax returns, quarterly state sales/use tax returns, Federal/State corporate tax returns, and annual reports.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees