Accountant-Intermediate

Independent Health Association; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Health Association is seeking an Accountant-Intermediate to efficiently complete monthly and annual financial reports and support audit schedules. The role requires gathering information, resolving differences, and providing analytical reviews to management.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting (CPA preferred) with 3+ years in accounting and strong knowledge of general ledger systems and spreadsheets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; 4 years' experience may substitute degree.
• Three years of accounting experience required; CPA strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of general ledger systems and spreadsheets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify problems and variances and propose resolutions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Compile and review monthly, quarterly and annual schedules for audit and management; respond to requests within deadlines.
• Prepare monthly financial statements using GAAP and SAP methods.
• Review accounts payable invoices for correct GL coding.
• Provide analytical summaries and variance analysis via standard reports.
• Investigate month-end variances and document findings with proposed solutions within 30 days of close.
• Generate financial summary reports for management using Workday or other accounting software.
• Prepare corporate tax returns as assigned and complete monthly reports on schedule.
• Maintain knowledge of GAAP, SAP and tax reporting requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Workday

Excel

Job description

FIND YOUR FUTURE

We're excited about the potential people bring to our organization. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits and a culture that fosters growth, innovation and collaboration.

Overview

The Accountant-Intermediate shall be responsible for efficient and accurate completion of monthly and annual financial reports and supporting audit schedules by gathering information needed, utilizing all resources available to resolve differences, and maintaining the general ledger system. Differences should be resolved, and analytical review of the financial statements is to be provided to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required. An additional four (4) years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.


• Three (3) years of experience in accounting required. CPA strongly preferred.


• Working knowledge and experience with general ledger systems and spreadsheets required.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to identify problems and variances and recommend appropriate resolutions.


• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.


• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.

Essential Accountabilities

• Prepare and review journal entries by gathering appropriate documentation.


• Prepare and review supporting monthly, quarterly and annual schedules for audit and management. Respond to internal and external requests within the required timeframe.


• Prepare and review monthly financial statements utilizing both GAAP and SAP methods.


• Review accounts payable invoices for accurate general ledger coding as needed.


• Provide analytical summaries of financial statements and supporting schedules by generating, developing and maintaining standard reports such as the variance analysis.


• Investigate any variances in account reconciliations prior to close and document findings with proposed solutions.


• Create, develop, and generate financial summary reports for management by using report writer applications in Workday or other accounting software/applications.


• Prepare corporate tax returns as assigned.


• Complete standard monthly reports by scheduled dates.


• Maintain knowledge of GAAP, SAP and tax reporting requirements.


• Coordinate with senior accountant or manager to maintain the flow of information within the accounting department and other departments by initiating requests for information or other means.


• Recommend and develop processes that will create efficiency.


• Participate on departmental teams/task groups as required.


• Investigate month-end differences and resolve within 30 days of the close. Report findings to accounting team members and manager in written form.


• Develop or update procedure documentation for department procedure manual.


• Understand and interpret new concepts and various information with the ability to present ideas in their simplest form and view with a global perspective.


• Produce timely financial information to management to meet monthly deadlines.


• Extended hours may be required during peak season.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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