Senior Accountant | Finance & Accounting

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a senior accounting professional to oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, manage accounts payable and receivable, and ensure compliance with auditing, tax, and regulatory requirements. The role includes budgeting support and mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years in accounting, with strong systems proficiency and hospital finance knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Experience managing accounts payable and receivable processes.
• In-depth knowledge of internal controls and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the preparation and analysis of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manages accounts payable and receivable processes to support timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Reconciles bank statements and general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity.
• Coordinates audit activities and supports tax preparation and filing processes.
• Monitors internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance.
• Assists in budgeting and forecasting to support financial planning initiatives.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff.
• Reviews work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospital finance and patient financial data systems, including both mainframe and PC-based applications.
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated proficiency in preparing and delivering presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Overview

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid or remote work environment while supporting key financial operations and reporting.

Work Style: Hybrid

Location: at one of our FL locations, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Leesburg or St Johns.

FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Oversees the preparation and analysis of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Manages accounts payable and receivable processes, reconciles bank statements and general ledger accounts, and supports month-end and year-end close activities.

Coordinates with auditors during audits, monitors internal controls to safeguard organizational assets, and ensures adherence to financial policies and regulatory requirements. Assists with tax preparation and filing, and contributes to budgeting and forecasting processes.

Provides guidance and oversight to junior accounting staff, reviewing work for accuracy and completeness while supporting continuous improvement within the finance function.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees the preparation and analysis of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manages accounts payable and receivable processes to support timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Reconciles bank statements and general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity.
• Coordinates audit activities and supports tax preparation and filing processes.
• Monitors internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance.
• Assists in budgeting and forecasting to support financial planning initiatives.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff.
• Reviews work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospital finance and patient financial data systems, including both mainframe and PC-based applications.
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated proficiency in preparing and delivering presentations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in Accounting or Finance required.

• 5+ years of experience in accounting.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Experience managing accounts payable and receivable processes.
• In-depth knowledge of internal controls and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and financial software.