Accountant II

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking an Accountant II to perform advanced accounting tasks for the hospital and its subsidiaries. The role supports monthly closing, GAAP compliance, and financial reporting, with an emphasis on accuracy and independent judgement.

Collaboration with auditors and cross-functional teams is expected. Education includes a Bachelor's in Accounting with 3 years of experience; a Master's is preferred and CPA is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and posts general ledger entries in conjunction with monthly closing processes.
• Interacts with internal and external auditors on a routine basis.
• Assists with general ledger analysis including account reconciliations, monthly/period end closing, ad-hoc reporting and year-end audit schedules.
• Ensures compliance with current accounting standards, hospital policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

MS Office (Excel/Word)

ERP systems experience

Healthcare accounting awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP computer system

Job description

Full-time, 40 hours/week

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Hybrid remote (6-12 days onsite/month)

Summary:

The Accountant II provides advanced accounting functions including financial and statistical analyses, preparation and submission of financial results, as well as monthly review and analyses for Akron Children's Hospital and its subsidiaries in areas specifically assigned. The position is integral to the monthly general ledger financial closing and reporting of Children's operations in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Relies on education, experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. The position may provide training, guidance and support to lower level financial positions. Has a degree of creativity, latitude and uses independent judgement to accomplish goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepares and posts general ledger entries in conjunction with monthly closing processes and reconciles general ledger accounts. Accounting close responsibilities as required. Administration and maintenance of sub ledgers and processes including financial and statistical information.
2. Interacts with internal and external auditors on a routine basis.
3. Assists with general ledger analysis including account reconciliations, monthly and period end closing, ad-hoc reporting and analysis, and year-end audit schedules.
4. Ensures departmental and organizational compliance with current accounting standards, hospital policies and applicable laws and regulations.
5. Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

1. Experience in accounting is required.
2. Ability to function proactively in a demanding environment is required.
3. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
4. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
5. Proficiency in MS Office [Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and Word] and work proficiently in an ERP computerized system.

Education and Experience

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. Master's degree is preferred.
2. Certification: CPA is preferred.
3. Years of relevant experience: 3 years of experience is required. Prefer experience in grants & gifts accounting or healthcare accounting.
4. Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Fixed Hybrid