Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage and oversee financial operations for a hospital and its subsidiary in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting key accounting processes such as month-end close and budget preparation. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting practices and a strong ability to collaborate across teams.
Responsibilities:
• Manage the general ledger and ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date for the hospital and its subsidiary.
• Execute monthly close processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining fixed asset schedules.
• Prepare and coordinate annual budgets, working closely with leadership to compile monthly variance reports.
• Support external audits, Medicare Cost Report preparation, and compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to accounting staff, ensuring policies and procedures are understood and followed.
• Maintain the hospital's cost accounting system to support accurate financial reporting.
• Participate in cyclical financial tasks, including property tax returns, K-1 distributions, and audit reviews.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely completion of financial requirements, such as property taxes and distribution schedules.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure adherence to governmental regulations and practices impacting hospital finance and accounting procedures.• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• A minimum of 6-8 years of accounting experience, with 8-10 years preferred.
• Prior experience in the healthcare industry is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Knowledge of accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP is highly desirable.
• Strong skills in journal entries, account reconciliations, and managing month-end close processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.