Senior Accountant

DCH Health System • Tuscaloosa, AL

14d • Hybrid

About The Position

The senior accountant is responsible for working on all aspects of the accounting function including but not limited to revenue recognition, expense entries, A/R analysis, inventory analysis, and month-end closing, analysis and reporting. The Senior Accountant will remain current with all GAAP and GASB requirements while assisting with financial compliance. Key functions of the senior accountant will include regulatory accounting entries, special government reporting requirements, capital and fixed assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Business Administration Degree with a major in accounting, finance or business required.
• Two to four years of accounting experience is required.
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations.
• Understanding of GAAP and GASB accounting standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• Strong analytical, mathematical and report writing skills.
• Must be proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-close and month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reports.
• Complete account reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and conducts variance analysis to identify and report potential concerns to the Director of Finance.
• Prepare monthly financial analyses, schedules, and supporting documentation as requested.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned accounts, ensuring all activity is recorded, adjustments are calculated and corrections are made timely and accurately.
• Provide detailed analysis of various general ledger accounts and selected cost centers as assigned to analyze trends, identify variances and make recommendations for change.
• Prepare various financial and statistical reports for the month-end financial close process, quarterly reviews and year-end financial audit reporting while also reviewing reports for quality, accuracy, completeness and reasonableness.
• Mentors and supports other members of the Finance team as an informal leader.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and assigned cost centers to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement, providing actionable recommendations.
• Manage all aspects of Foundation accounting, a non-profit organization that adheres to GAAP standards for Fund based accounting and also includes fund tracking, grant disbursements, donor‑restricted assets, financial reporting, and compliance with applicable nonprofit regulations
• Assist with both internal and external audits by providing documentation related to processes.
• Lead monthly operating reviews with department managers to provide financial insights and recommendations on improving departmental margins. Secondary contact for departments for capital-related requirements and reporting within the department.
• Prepare various financial and statistical reports for the month-end financial close process, quarterly reviews and year-end financial audit reporting while also reviewing reports for quality, accuracy, completeness and reasonableness.
• Proactively seek out opportunities to advance knowledge and enhance the efficiency of accounting and reporting processes.
• Demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills when conveying financial information to stakeholders. Develop a thorough knowledge of internal and external data systems utilized by Finance.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, adopting and implementing industry best practices and participating in professional organizations.
• Provide secondary leadership support for accounts payable in the absence of the Manager of Financial Transactions.
• Protect organization by keeping financial and patient information confidential.
• Operate as a self‑directed professional with the ability to manage ambiguity and adapt quickly to changing priorities and business conditions.
• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards, including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues, and self.
• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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