Sr Accountant- General Accounting

The MetroHealth System; Brooklyn Heights (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System is seeking a Sr Accountant- General Accounting to support accurate financial reporting, analysis, and audit schedules across the system and related entities. The role emphasizes close collaboration with management and adherence to standards within a major Ohio health system.

The position requires substantial accounting experience, proficient Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; minimum of four years of financial accounting experience.
• Minimum of two years public accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate MS Excel.
• Strong presentation, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to function at a high level in demanding environment.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and produce quality results.
• Willing/able to work additional hours as needed (month-end close).
• Ability to interact with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs accounting functions with a high level of complexity including timely and accurate reporting, monthly financial analysis, reconciliations, and audit schedules, to support the System and its related entities’ financial statements.
• Demonstrates accuracy and sound reasoning; conducts comprehensive research and analysis to inform management and implement improvements.
• Evaluates accounting practices and reporting methods to optimize efficiency, accuracy and compliance with standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Master's degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Lawson Software

Job description

Sr Accountant- General Accounting (Job ID: 38476)

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Location: BROOKLYN HEIGHTS

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 8am-5pm

Summary

Performs accounting functions with a high level of complexity including timely and accurate reporting, monthly financial analysis, reconciliations, and audit schedules, to support the System and its related entities’ financial statements. Demonstrates the highest standards of accuracy and sound reasoning and conducts comprehensive research and analysis to inform management, make recommendations for improvement, and implement changes where applicable. Evaluates Accounting practices and methods for reporting to optimize efficiency, accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or other related field.Minimum of four years of financial accounting experience.
• Minimum of two years public accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software products with a minimum of intermediate proficiency in MS Excel.
• Strong presentation, written and oral communication skills often requiring a diplomatic approach with customers.
• Ability to function at a high level in demanding environment.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and produce quality results on time with strong attention to detail.
• Willing/able to work additional hours as needed and approved by management (i.e. during the month-end close process).
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred

• Current CPA licenseMaster’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
• Advanced MS Excel and Access skills.
• Accounting experience in Healthcare industry.
• Experience with Lawson Software.

Physical Demands

• May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating.
• May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing.
• Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications.
• Ability to read job related documents.
• Ability to use computer.

Employment Type: Employee

Post Date: 07/31/2026

Salary: Negotiable