Senior Accountant - General Accounting & Reporting

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Accountant – General Accounting is responsible for preparing and reviewing complex journal entries and account reconciliations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as part of the monthly close process. This role ensures a high level of accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards by maintaining strong internal controls and supporting audit requirements. The Senior Accountant partners closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, drive efficiencies, and enhance the quality and timeliness of financial reporting. This position may be eligible for remote work. However, St. Jude requires all remote employees to: Travel to our Memphis campus for the interview process and/or orientation, if selected Travel to Memphis to work on-site for one week per quarter, or as requested based on business needs, if hired.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, finance, or related field of study required.
Minimum of 4+ years of accounting experience working with a general ledger and related financial information systems.
Deep understanding and experience with accounting standards and regulations (e.g., IRS, US GAAP, Uniform Guidance, hospital regulations) within specific area.
Some experience working with cross-functional teams.
Advanced Excel skills preferred (data filtering, VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables).
Proven performance in earlier role.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred (in accounting, auditing finance or related field of study).
Workday experience preferred.
Professional certification (e.g. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/Certified Research Accountant (CRA)/Certified Management Accountant (CMA)) preferred.

Responsibilities

Preparing and reviewing complex journal entries and account reconciliations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as part of the monthly close process.
Ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards by maintaining strong internal controls and supporting audit requirements.
Partnering closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, drive efficiencies, and enhance the quality and timeliness of financial reporting.