Property Accounting Specialist - Close & Reporting

Northwesternmedicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Accountant - Property Accounting to support the finance operation by preparing journal entries, analyzing accounts, and supporting monthly close processes within a healthcare setting.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and collaboration, with responsibilities including reconciliations, reporting, and assisting with audits and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Understanding of advanced accounting concepts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Accurately adjust account balances on a monthly basis and accurately prepare journal entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, schedules, commentaries and supplemental material to be used by management.
• Prepare account reconciliations by compiling and analyzing account information, verifying the accuracy of general ledger accounts assigned to him/her.
• Prepare financial reports and work papers to support applicable audits and reviews.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Report to the department manager and support the finance operation of Northwestern Medicine through special projects and analysis.
• Provide support and analysis related to operational budget and long-term financial projections.
• Answer questions from management on account information.
• Provide support for the month end close.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA or CHFP certification (preferred)

Tools

PeopleSoft General Ledger

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Accountant - Property Accounting to support the finance operation by preparing journal entries, analyzing accounts, and supporting monthly close processes within a healthcare setting.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and collaboration, with responsibilities including reconciliations, reporting, and assisting with audits and budgets.