Staff Accountant

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

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This Staff Accountant will assist with the accurate and timely preparation of the Sturdy Health Foundation financial statements and affiliates including Sturdy Memorial Hospital and Sturdy Health, Inc.. The Staff Accountant will participate in the month end close, accruals and monthly budget to actual reviews as needed. This position will be responsible for various balance sheet reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid, inventories and fixed asset accounts and assist with various affiliate billings and intercompany reconciliations. This role will assist the Controller with the Treasury function within the Fiscal Services Department. This position will also assist with the annual 990 filing and other related tax filings.

Education/Training

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Licenses/Certification: N/A

Job Profile Summary:

This Staff Accountant will assist with the accurate and timely preparation of the Sturdy Health Foundation financial statements and affiliates including Sturdy Memorial Hospital and Sturdy Health, Inc.. The Staff Accountant will participate in the month end close, accruals and monthly budget to actual reviews as needed.  This position will be responsible for various balance sheet reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid, inventories and fixed asset accounts and assist with various affiliate billings and intercompany reconciliations.  This role will assist the Controller with the Treasury function within the Fiscal Services Department.  This position will also assist with the annual 990 filing and other related tax filings.     
Required Qualifications and Skills:·         Minimum 0-3 years accounting experience·         Ability to understand and apply General Accounting principles and procedures.·         Must be able to perform reconciliations, account analysis and prepare journal entries as needed·         Computer literate in Microsoft suite of applications with strong Excel skills·         Strong interpersonal communications skills, command of verbal and written English·         Ability to adapt to computer updates, changes and conversions·         Ability to solve problems, adapt to changing workloads and follow through with a request or problem with minimal supervision·         Expected to optimize accounting and business processes·         Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and ethical financial practices.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Healthcare Administration (preferred)
• Experience with healthcare financial reporting, grant accounting, or cost report preparation is highly desirable
• Strong proficiency in general ledger systems (e.g. Workday)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, LOOKUPs, data reconciliation)
• Familiarity with healthcare billing systems and revenue cycle processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred

Essential Job Functions:

·         Prepares and posts journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial statement presentation.

·         Prepares and monitors monthly accruals to support accurate financial reporting.

·         Reviews and reconciles daily cash activity and collaborates with departments and associated entities to resolve discrepancies.

·         Analyzes budget-to-actual variances for accuracy and reasonableness.

·         Communicates significant variances and discrepancies to the Accounting Manager in a timely manner.

·         Maintains and reconciles Restricted and Unrestricted net assets; maintains roll forwards.

·         Review and fulfill Restricted funds request.

·         Monitors and reconciles Investment statements.

·         Reconcile, monitor, and assist in tracking Grant funds received and used by Sturdy Foundation and associated entities.

·         Assists in the preparation of audit workpapers, schedules, and notes to the audited financial statements.

·         Responds promptly and professionally to inquiries from coworkers, department heads, supervisors, and auditors.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA:

Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, calculator use, and document handling.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching to retrieve files or supplies.
• Must be able to lift and carry files or materials weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Requires visual acuity to review detailed financial data and written reports.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically.

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Salary Range: $54,198.99-$82,980.52

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Salary Range Details

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.