Senior Accountant, Transaction Processing - Remote

CHS Career Site; United States; A distancia; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Community Health Systems is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant, Transaction Processing to manage month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations and financial reporting. You will provide analytical insights, support audits, and contribute to financial decision-making while working independently on routine tasks and more complex accounting responsibilities.

The role supports tax filings, regulatory reporting, and collaboration with auditors and tax authorities, ensuring accuracy, compliance with

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required or a combination of education and significant experience may be considered.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit.
• Experience in corporate accounting, tax, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, or financial reporting preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Performs month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations and financial analyses for accurate reporting.
• Prepares and analyzes financial statements, variance reports and management reports to identify trends.
• Reconciles complex accounts including intercompany, cash, fixed assets, and tax-related accounts.
• Supports tax filings, regulatory reporting and compliance with external agencies as needed.
• Assists with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow analysis with finance teams.

Conocimientos

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Balance sheet reconciliations

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA / Master's in Accounting or Finance preferred

Herramientas

ERP Oracle

Descripción del empleo

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits: A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching.

Job Summary

The Senior Staff Accountant, Transaction Processing is responsible for performing a variety of accounting activities, including month-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting audits, and providing critical accounting insights to assist with financial decision-making. The Senior Staff Accountant works independently on routine tasks and takes on more complex accounting responsibilities, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Essential Functions

• Performs and reviews monthly close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analyses to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepares and analyzes financial statements, variance reports, and other management reports to track financial performance and identify trends.
• Reconciles complex accounts, including intercompany transactions, cash management, fixed assets, and tax-related accounts.
• Supports tax filings, regulatory reporting, and compliance efforts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to external agencies as needed.
• Assists with financial planning, forecasting, and cash flow analysis, collaborating with finance teams on budgeting processes.
• Provides technical accounting support and research, ensuring proper treatment of financial transactions under relevant accounting guidelines.
• Prepares reports for external filings, including SEC forms (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and other regulatory requirements where applicable.
• Identifies and implements process improvements, streamlining accounting functions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, and financial analysts, to ensure transparency and compliance in financial operations.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and company accounting policies, supporting audit requests and internal control processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required or
• A combination of education and significant experience in accounting or finance may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit required
• Experience in corporate accounting, tax, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, or financial reporting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close processes, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently on complex accounting tasks and financial research.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred

We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Community Health Systems is one of the nation's leading healthcare providers. With healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 14 states, CHS operates 69 affiliated hospitals with more than 10,000 beds and approximately 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, imaging centers, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgery centers.