Accountant Sr

Loma Linda University Health; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health in California seeks a Senior Accountant to coordinate monthly General Ledger journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain GAAP-based financial statements for divisions including University, Hospital and Shared Services.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least four years of relevant healthcare or not-for-profit experience; CPA is preferred. Strong English communication, detail orientation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Minimum four years of accounting experience in healthcare, higher education, not-for-profit, or related environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly General Ledger journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations.
• Analyze assigned accounts.
• Review the work of other Accountants.
• Maintain financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

English communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary:

The Accountant Senior coordinates the monthly General Ledger journal entries, account reconciliations and other related tasks, primarily within an organizational division within LLUH including the University, Hospital and Shared Services. Maintains financial statements for accounts of advanced nature utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Reviews the work of other Accountants. Analyzes assigned accounts. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required. Minimum four years of experience in accounting in healthcare, higher education, not-for-profit, public accounting or a combination of those environments required.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other accounting guidance specific to higher education and healthcare. Able to identify and communicate accounting and internal control issues. Able to read, write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.

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