Sr Accountant - FT - Days - General Accounting @ MV

El Camino Hospital; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

El Camino Health is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain financial records and support monthly and annual close processes. You will drive improvements across accounting functions, work with Workday, and partner with departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

The role emphasizes reconciling accounts, supporting audits, and implementing automation to optimize accounting operations, with collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience; healthcare and not-for-profit experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated knowledge of accounting systems and database management.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with ERP systems and accounting automation or process improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Hospital's fixed asset accounting in Workday, including asset capitalization, depreciation, retirements, transfers, and reconciliations in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage CIP accounting by monitoring project expenditures, reviewing capitalization criteria, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring timely transfer to fixed assets.
• Maintain accounting records for the El Camino Health Foundation, including recording transactions, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and maintain prepaid expense schedules in Workday, record monthly amortization entries, and reconcile related general ledger accounts.
• Prepare, review, and post recurring and non-recurring month-end journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and promptly investigate reconciling items.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes by completing assigned activities within deadlines.
• Coordinate areas of the annual external audit by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within accounting functions; participate in system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Accounting automation

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records, performing complex accounting activities, supporting the monthly and annual close processes, and driving process improvements across multiple accounting functions. This role serves as a key contributor to financial reporting, internal controls, audit support, and accounting system optimization while partnering with departments across the organization. ECH Accounting Department is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant who embraces technology, AI, innovation, and process improvement to join our accounting team. This position requires strong knowledge of accounting principles, exceptional reconciliation and analytical skills, proficiency with accounting systems, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently across various entities. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who can support accurate financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain the Hospital's fixed asset accounting in Workday, including asset capitalization, depreciation, retirements, transfers, and reconciliations in accordance with the organization's policy and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Manage Construction-in-Progress (CIP) accounting by monitoring project expenditures, reviewing capitalization criteria, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring timely transfer of completed projects to fixed assets.
• Maintain the accounting records for the El Camino Health Foundation, including recording transactions, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and maintain prepaid expense schedules in Workday, record monthly amortization entries, and reconcile related general ledger accounts.
• Prepare, review, and post recurring and non-recurring month-end journal entries, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and promptly investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by completing assigned accounting activities within established deadlines.
• Coordinate assigned areas of the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables.
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within accounting functions; participate in the implementation of system enhancements and technology solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues, improve financial processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze financial data and account activity to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for operational improvements.
• Support special projects and perform other accounting duties as assigned by the management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience; healthcare and not-for-profit experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated knowledge of accounting systems and database management
• Advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with ERP systems and accounting automation or process improvement initiatives is a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred, not required

Salary Range

$51.87 - $77.81 USD Hour

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.

Sedentary Work - Duties performed mostly while sitting; walking and standing at times. Occasionally lift or carry up to 10 lbs. Uses hands and fingers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies.

El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law.

In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.

Contract / Hours

FTE 1 Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 80 Work Shift Day: 8 hours

Company Overview

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

At El Camino Health, our nationally recognized doctors and care teams are committed to providing you with high-quality, excellent care. We aim to deliver a healthcare experience that is designed around your individual needs. When you choose El Camino Health for your care, you can count on:

• Distinguished hospitals. Our fully accredited hospitals, Los Gatos, and Mountain View, have received numerous awards and honors for high-quality healthcare.
• Exceptional talent. Our reputation attracts high-caliber doctors who are approachable and friendly, a nursing culture exceptional for its highly personalized patient and family care, and leadership with a deeply personal commitment.
• Innovative approaches to care. We seek new treatments and techniques, and contribute to the medical community through clinical trials.
• Our urgent care sites powered by Carbon Health enable easy, immediate scheduling and follow up through the Carbon Health app.
• A focus on health. Our regional Men's Health Program offers a team approach to care and has a variety of specialists who are focused on men's health issues, including heart and vascular, urology, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction and healthy weight.
• We created the South Asian Heart Center and the Chinese Health Initiative to address unique health disparities in our patient population.
• A healing environment. Our spaces were specially designed for tranquility and comfort.