Senior Accountant – Healthcare Industry
Comp Range: $64,000- $94,000 + a year – Full-time
Central Vermont
Job Description | Senior Accountant
Department: Accounting
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant reconciles General Ledger accounts, prepares and posts journal entries, maintains vendor statements, and performs other various accounting office tasks as required.
Minimum Qualification Standards
I. Education
-
BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
II. Experience
-
Strong understanding of the Accounts Payable process
-
Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounting Systems – able to produce statements and reports
-
Strong understanding of the General Ledger process
-
Strong Excel skills
III. License Requirements
-
N/A
IV. General
-
Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency
-
Able to speak, read, and write in English
-
Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment, and maintain a positive attitude toward daily activities
-
Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work
-
Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with organization’s employees, clients, customers, and the general public
-
Maintain satisfactory standing with all applicable background checks, state and federal registry clearances, and the Office of Inspector General (OIG)
-
Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace
-
Be able to carry out the functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others
Working Conditions
-
Traveling may be required
-
May experience:
-
Stress due to a demanding profession
-
Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens (healthcare environment)
-
Essential Physical Requirements
-
Must walk, sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during working hours
-
Must have the ability to push, pull, and lift from the floor up to a total of 20 pounds and be able to move with the weight according to organization standards
-
Climbing – be able to navigate stairs of varying heights and degrees
-
Balancing – be able to maintain balance
-
Kneeling, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching below waist level, reaching overhead, and reaching torso level
-
Manual finger dexterity – will need dexterity to perform duties and use equipment
-
Visual acuity – will need sufficient eyesight to drive a car, use office equipment, and perform duties
-
Auditory acuity – will need to assist individuals in person and by telephone
Performance Requirements
I. Performance Standards
-
Prepares and posts General Journal entries every month
-
Reconciles all General Ledger accounts with Lead Accountant
-
Maintains Vendor Statements for outstanding items
-
Manages and monitors the Accounts Payable Aging
-
Develops and maintains systems to ensure internal controls are enforced
II. Professional Accountability
-
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values of the organization
-
Complies with all organization policies and procedures
-
Demonstrates respectful and effective communication in all interactions
-
Protects the privacy and confidentiality of clients, co-workers, and organization’s operations
-
Complies with organization’s policies to protect confidentiality, integrity, availability, and security of all protected health information (PHI)
-
Conducts him/herself in a safe manner by adhering to all safety practices, rules, and standards
-
Demonstrates a commitment to quality and proactively seeks to make improvements to systems and processes
-
Reports to work on time, provides advance notice for time off, accurately reports time and attendance, and appropriately manages paid time off (if applicable) in accordance with organization policy
-
Demonstrates a commitment to integrity in work habits and use of organization resources
-
Performs duties as assigned that may be outside his/her principal responsibilities
-
Meets own learning needs; participates in educational programs of the organization, including completion of all mandatory competencies, education, or training
-
Contributes to a positive work environment and responds in a constructive manner to change
How to apply.
Apply through TopOneHire and we forward your application to the hiring employer. TopOneHire is a publisher and listings platform — we do not screen, interview, or make hiring decisions.