Accountant-Intermediate

Independent Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scorecard incentive

Full range of benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Independent Health is looking for an Accountant-Intermediate in the United States. This role focuses on preparing monthly and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, possess three years of relevant experience, and preferably a CPA certification. The salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000 annually, with eligibility for additional benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in accounting required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of general ledger systems required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Respond to internal and external financial requests.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Problem identification

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Additional four years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

GAAP

SAP

Workday

Job description

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 an 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.

Compensation

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.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affidavit Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Click here for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.