Senior Accountant - Healthcare Services

Liberty University

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant maintains financial records and ensures financial transactions are properly recorded. The role ensures the accuracy of ledger entries, reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger, and assists with preparation of financial statements and other reports. It performs intermediate to advanced account analysis and reconciliations, participates in month- and year-end closing, and prepares and reviews schedules for external audits. The position works independently and collaboratively, reports to the Manager of Accounting, and coaches and mentors staff accountants. The employee may also be asked to supervise other accountants on specific projects. The role creates and establishes accounting systems, procedures, and controls; applies advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting standards; and assists with implementing new standards. It requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite. The position is onsite and remote-capable, with work generally performed in a climate-controlled, well-lit office with moderate noise. Travel may be required when necessary to perform job duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and either a master’s degree in a business discipline or a CPA license (Tier I); alternatively, a master’s degree in Accounting or a CPA license (Tier II).
At least 5 years of accounting experience or 3 years of public accounting experience; Tier II additionally requires at least 2 years in a role with advanced responsibilities.
Extensive accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Team-oriented approach and excellent customer service skills.
Ability to coach and mentor staff accounting personnel.
Ability to articulate and defend Liberty University’s and its subsidiaries’ Christian educational mission and vision to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
Must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
Must not have a qualifying conviction or guilty or nolo contendere plea involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of government funds, or an administrative or judicial determination of fraud or another material violation of law involving government funds, as described in CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i).
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, listen and discern, multitask, stay self-motivated, and maintain strong organizational and computer skills.
Ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve routine and complex problems.
Must be able to meet the position’s physical demands, including sitting for extended periods, communicating orally, occasional standing, walking, stair climbing, handling materials, reaching overhead, kneeling or stooping, and regularly lifting 10 pounds or less.
If driving is required, must provide a valid driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

CPA license (preferred qualification, in addition to the tier-specific minimum qualification options).
Higher education experience.
Banner experience.
Fluency in Spanish or American Sign Language.
Previous experience in higher education or nonprofit fund accounting (Tier II qualification).
Demonstrated experience leading components of month-end close or financial statement preparation (Tier II qualification).
Ability to support internal and external audits with minimal oversight (Tier II qualification).

Responsibilities

Perform intermediate to advanced account analysis and reconciliations.
Participate in month- and year-end closing processes and audits, including monitoring and reviewing audit PBCs.
Create and establish accounting systems, procedures, and accounting controls.
Apply advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting standards, practices, and procedures, and assist in implementing new standards.
Assist in preparing Statements of Financial Position, Statements of Activities, Statements of Cash Flows, and other financial reports.
Prepare and review schedules for external audits and support internal and external audits.
Coach and mentor staff accountants.
May supervise other accountants on specific projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.