ACCOUNTANT, SENIOR (565)

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 408,000 - 629,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health in Illinois is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the general ledger, develop detailed financial analyses, and assist in preparing statements and feasibility studies. You will ensure deadlines are met and contribute to budgeting and decision-support projects in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, 3+ years of experience, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting or finance required.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three years experience in accounting or finance required, preferably in the healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analyst support for the general ledger application and maintain detailed financial analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, feasibility studies, and other financial research projects.
• Ensure established departmental deadlines are met and support attainment of goals and objectives.
• Provide clear presentation of analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in changing env

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

MBA and/or CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care

We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: Hybrid

Job Description Summary

Under the general direction of the Accounting Manager, serves Memorial Health System management or one of its affiliates management by providing lead financial analyst support for the general ledger application by maintaining various detailed financial analysis and assisting in the preparation of financial statements, feasibility studies, and other financial research projects, as required. Assure that established departmental deadlines are met as well as provide assistance and support to attain departmental goals and objectives. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Education

• Bachelor Degree in accounting or finance required.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three years experience in accounting or finance required, preferably in the healthcare setting.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Experience with personal computers and software (including Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook).
• Must be able to work in a fast changing environment.
• Possess good analytical skills and good human relation skills.
• Shows initiative to inquire, review, follow up, investigate, to take the lead on projects, etc.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, tax issues, etc.
• Strong analytical skills and a high level of accuracy.
• Candidate should be able to recognize inaccurate numbers and have the ability to independently resolve errors and determine resolutions.
• Strong understanding of journal entries along with P/L or B/S effects of entries.
• Must possess ability to compile data, analyze and develop recommendations along with clear presentation of analysis.
• Strong communication and presentation skills required.

Pay Transparency

$29.44 - $45.64

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match.
• Health/dental/vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.