Healthcare Accountant: GAAP, Reconciliations & Analytics

University of Southern California; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 161,007,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California seeks a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the Accounting Department at Keck Medical Center. The role includes routine daily procedures, preparing journal entries, performing month-end tasks, and reconciling balance sheet accounts. Strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are essential.

You will work with department managers to analyze financial data, produce reports, and ensure accuracy under deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related coursework.
• 3 years of accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Able to work under deadlines and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and month-end close.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assist with subsidiary schedules and bank reconciliations.
• Analyze financial data and respond to variances.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

Skills

Analytical mind

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Problem solving

Team player

Communication skills

Math skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

VLOOKUP

Pivot tables

Macros

Job description

The University of Southern California seeks a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the Accounting Department at Keck Medical Center. The role includes routine daily procedures, preparing journal entries, performing month-end tasks, and reconciling balance sheet accounts. Strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are essential.

You will work with department managers to analyze financial data, produce reports, and ensure accuracy under deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.