Senior Accountant (HS)

The Ohio State University

2d

About The Position

Performs moderately complex to complex accounting activities in accordance with accounting principles and standards to control the organization's financial resources and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements. Manages day-to-day general ledger processes, maintains accurate and reconciled accounts, and supports precise financial reporting at the cost center and business unit levels.

Reconciles complex accounts and verifies journal entry accuracy so the general ledger aligns with accounting principles and reporting schedules. Reviews and analyzes financial information and prepares reports and accounting statements to provide senior management with timely data for decision-making. Reports may include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, depreciation schedules, cash flow statements, debtor and creditor listings, repayment schedules, and regulatory filings.

Serves as a primary point of focus for financial statements, audit workpapers, reporting, financial inquiries, and analytical reviews of operations. Acts as a key contact for business units, collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer, senior leadership, and department leaders. Provides technical accounting guidance to functional and operational managers to support budget development, explain financial reports, and promote effective financial management.

May provide consultative support to financial, clinical, and operational leadership on decisions involving cost centers, programs, service lines, business plans, and payors. May also serve as a subject matter expert on projects or strategic initiatives and support financial and operational management, product line committees, and operational improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day general ledger processes and maintain accurate, reconciled accounts.
• Ensure precise financial reporting at cost center and business unit levels.
• Reconcile complex accounts and verify the accuracy of journal entries.
• Review and analyze financial information and prepare reports and accounting statements for senior management.
• Serve as a primary point of focus for financial statements, audit workpapers, reporting, financial inquiries, and analytical reviews of operations.
• Act as a key contact for business units and collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer, senior leadership, and department leaders.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to functional and operational managers to support budget development, understanding of financial reports, and effective financial management.
• Provide consultative support for decisions related to cost centers, programs, service lines, business plans, and payors, as applicable.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned projects or strategic initiatives and support financial and operational management, product line committees, and operational improvement efforts, as applicable.

Benefits

• Retirement plan options with an employer contribution.
• Health insurance options, 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: Senior