Hybrid Accountant I Salaried - Accounting - FT bei Sky Lakes Medical Center

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:  Experience with computerized financial systems, PC based spreadsheet, and word processing skills; and Interpersonal skills, aptitude for working in a team environment, ability to tactfully and constructively work with department leaders in the role of financial advisors.

Preferred:  Enrolled in or have completed college level business course work which includes Accounting courses.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform essential and marginal job functions under prolonged periods of stress and consistently meet deadlines.  Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.  Ability to perform multiple tasks and or projects simultaneously.  Sitting and operating office equipment for long periods.  Frequent movement between files, desk, and temporary work files.  Able to lift 20 pounds from floor or overhead shelf (reports, box of computer paper, etc.)  High stress level due to deadlines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Maintains the integrity of General Ledger and Subsidiary ledgers.  Review and validate information interfacing to general ledger.  Prepare and enter monthly journal entries.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Assists in preparation of work papers and assembly of data to support the completion of various regulatory reports primarily related to hospital audits by third parties.

• Assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the operating budget.  Adheres to developed budget schedules, worksheets, calendars, guidelines, and projections. 
• Supports Labor Productivity tools. 
• Be aware of all documentation relative to compliance of all Federal/State/Local laws.  Bring to the attention of the Controller any suspected/noncompliant issues.
• Provides month-end Accounting support to include various data collection and data entry tasks.
• Maintains competency in all position responsibilities.
• Maintains knowledge and application of internal controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with peers, office staff, and other departments; Maintains effective working relationships.  Works independently.
• Willing and able to learn.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a sometimes-stressful work environment.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the maintenance of written financial procedure manuals.
• Assists Accounts Payable when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.