Accountant

Lifepoint Health; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Financial protection & PTO

Financial growth & tuition assistance

Job summary

Starr Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Financial Analyst to support general ledger activities, month-end close, forecasts, and variance analyses. The role collaborates with the CFO and centralized finance teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and operational insights.

The position requires an associate degree in accounting or related field with at least 2 years of related experience, plus strong Excel skills and knowledge of financial systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting, finance or financial analysis experience required.
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles, journal entries, account analysis and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting month-end close, financial forecasting, budgeting and/or variance analysis strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify, research and explain financial variances.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with department leaders and centralized finance teams.
• Healthcare finance/accounting experience preferred.
• Previous Lifepoint Health experience and knowledge of Lifepoint accounting policies/processes highly preferred.
• Oracle experience strongly preferred; experience within another centralized/shared-services healthcare finance environment is also valuable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledger journal entries in conjunction with the monthly close process and assist with reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Partner with the CFO and LBS finance teams throughout the monthly close process, reviewing account activity, identifying issues and completing required financial and variance analysis.
• Prepare periodic financial forecasts and projections in partnership with the CFO.
• Analyze financial performance and investigate variances against budget, forecast and prior performance.
• Prepare, review and finalize variance analyses and supporting financial information for month-end reporting.
• Develop analytical and departmental financial reports as needed to support operational and leadership decision-making.
• Assist with the development and administration of the organization's annual operating budget; greater ownership may be assumed as knowledge of the facility and operations develops.
• Serve as a financial resource and liaison for department leaders, helping research and resolve accounting, budget and financial questions.
• Monitor accounts payable activity and partner with LBS to identify and resolve payment or processing issues requiring escalation.
• Work closely with the facility's LBS Site Coordinator and other centralized finance partners to support accounting activities and ensure timely completion of close requirements.
• Support daily charge reconciliation processes by monitoring completion and assisting with follow-up or resolution of identified issues.
• Serve as an interdepartmental liaison and work with internal and external auditors to prepare for and facilitate audits.
• Help ensure departmental and organizational compliance with applicable accounting standards, hospital policies, laws and regulations.
• Provide financial and accounting support for additional projects, analyses and initiatives as needed by the CFO.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Interdepartmental liaison

Accounts payable monitoring

Audit support

Oracle experience

Excel proficiency

Education

Associate degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Your experience matters

Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Financial Analyst joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join a collaborative, close-knit finance team where you'll work directly with the CFO and serve as a trusted financial resource for leaders across the hospital. This role offers meaningful exposure to facility operations, strong partnership with Lifepoint's centralized finance teams, and an opportunity to grow into broader finance leadership for someone looking to advance their career.

How you'll contribute

A Financial Analyst who excels in this role:

• Prepare general ledger journal entries in conjunction with the monthly close process and assist with reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts.


• Partner with the CFO and LBS finance teams throughout the monthly close process, reviewing account activity, identifying issues and completing required financial and variance analysis.


• Prepare periodic financial forecasts and projections in partnership with the CFO.


• Analyze financial performance and investigate variances against budget, forecast and prior performance.


• Prepare, review and finalize variance analyses and supporting financial information for month-end reporting.


• Develop analytical and departmental financial reports as needed to support operational and leadership decision-making.


• Assist with the development and administration of the organization's annual operating budget; greater ownership may be assumed as knowledge of the facility and operations develops.


• Serve as a financial resource and liaison for department leaders, helping research and resolve accounting, budget and financial questions.


• Monitor accounts payable activity and partner with LBS to identify and resolve payment or processing issues requiring escalation.


• Work closely with the facility's LBS Site Coordinator and other centralized finance partners to support accounting activities and ensure timely completion of close requirements.


• Support daily charge reconciliation processes by monitoring completion and assisting with follow-up or resolution of identified issues.


• Serve as an interdepartmental liaison and work with internal and external auditors to prepare for and facilitate audits.


• Help ensure departmental and organizational compliance with applicable accounting standards, hospital policies, laws and regulations.


• Provide financial and accounting support for additional projects, analyses and initiatives as needed by the CFO.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have an associate's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; bachelor's degree preferred. Additional requirements include:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting, finance or financial analysis experience required.


• Working knowledge of general accounting principles, journal entries, account analysis and financial reporting.


• Experience supporting month-end close, financial forecasting, budgeting and/or variance analysis strongly preferred.


• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify, research and explain financial variances.


• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with department leaders and centralized finance teams.


• Healthcare finance/accounting experience preferred.


• Previous Lifepoint Health experience and knowledge of Lifepoint accounting policies/processes highly preferred.


• Oracle experience strongly preferred; experience within another centralized/shared-services healthcare finance environment is also valuable.

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday - Friday

Whyjoin us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.


• FinancialProtection& PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short-and-long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Starr Regional Medical Center

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed hospital that has proudly served Athens and the surrounding communities for more than 50 years. We are proud to be recognized with an \"A\" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval®, reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality, safe and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

EEOC Statement

\"Starr Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.\"

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.