Senior Accountant

Lutheran Senior Services•Saint Louis, MO

11d

About The Position

Introduction At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest . In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. Summary Performs and coordinates the detailed accounting and reporting functions for communities, programs, endowments/advancement, and debt as assigned; Exercises independent and objective judgment while following established accounting principles and procedures when performing the designated duties that may be complex in nature.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
5+ years general accounting experience with an ability to handle complex functions; Experience in a healthcare environment preferred
Detailed knowledge and understanding of general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and standardized accounting principles.
Ability to perform a volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy and to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain systematic and legible reports and demonstrate accuracy in work assignments.
Attention to detail required.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to process routine daily functions and balance multiple projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products specifically with the use and knowledge of Excel for Accounting functions.

Responsibilities

Prepares required monthly journal entries timely and accurately; Monitors deadlines and due dates
Prepares reconciliations of key general ledger accounts monthly and for the year-end audit
Maintains the accuracy of accounting information, including the Trial Balance for communities assigned
Analyzes variances between month and year to date budget versus actual results
Coordinates input from Home Office/Communities/Programs to enhance and improve analysis; Develops pro-active relationships with internal customers
Performs an active role in the annual capital and operating budget preparation process for communities/programs, foundations/advancement and debt as assigned
Reconciles, researches, and resolves discrepancies in general ledger account activity; Perform analyses as needed
Assists in annual preparation of cost reports and Form 990 reporting
Assists in gathering information for preparation of annual Cost Reports
Supports accounting team goals to help promote overall team success
Performs accounting duties for community or entity assigned; Processes entries and reconcile accounts related to community and entity.
Mentors and trains new accountants
Assumes other accounting related special activities, projects and analysis as needed to support the Accounting Department
Performs an active role in improving and streamlining processes in the accounting department to improve productivity and efficiency, eliminating redundancy; Demonstrates a flexible attitude towards ongoing process improvements and financial system enhancements