Sr. Accounting Specialist

McKesson Corporation; Town Center (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson Corporation is actively seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist - USON to perform accounting activities around monthly close and financial statement prep. You will work with standard journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance while maintaining confidentiality.

The role emphasizes independent execution, attention to detail, and strong communication with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and standard accounting processes.
• Experience supporting monthly close activities, account analysis, and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines.
• Proficiency with basic office tools and accounting systems.
• Ability to follow established procedures while applying judgment within defined guidelines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monthly close and reporting: prepare standard journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support monthly statements.
• Transaction processing and documentation: code invoices, verify payments, and maintain records.
• Accounts payable, payroll, and business partnership: coordinate AP and payroll for assigned areas with proper authorization.
• Collaborate with practice management and cross-functional partners to provide accounting support.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and patient-related information.

Skills

General accounting

Monthly close

Account analysis

Reconciliations

Accounts payable

Payroll

Communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

Office software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Accounting Specialist - USON role is responsible for preparing, processing, and supporting assigned accounting activities related to the monthly close and preparation of financial statements. This role applies established accounting principles and procedures, exercises sound judgment within defined guidelines, and works independently on recurring processes while escalating complex or unusual matters as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities below reflect a Senior Accounting Specialist - USON level of scope, emphasizing independent execution, attention to detail, and sound judgment within established accounting processes.

• Monthly close and reporting
  • Support the monthly close process, including preparation of standard journal entries, account analysis/reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and maintenance of supporting documentation.
  • Assist in the preparation and distribution of monthly financial reports and financial statements.
  • Balance general ledger accounts and research/resolve routine variances.
• Transaction processing and documentation
  • Sort, code, verify, and process bills, charge slips, receipts, and other accounting source documents.
  • Code invoices to the standard chart of accounts in accordance with established accounting policies.
  • Review payments to confirm appropriate authorization and documentation of receipt.
  • Prepare and mail invoices as required.
  • Maintain required accounting records, reports, and files in accordance with retention policies.
• Accounts payable, payroll, and business partnership
  • Coordinate and process accounts payable and payroll activities for assigned areas, ensuring transactions are properly authorized, supported by documentation, and completed within established schedules and deadlines.
  • Work closely with practice management to provide accounting support and assistance as directed.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and cross-functional partners.
• Confidentiality and compliance
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of practice, financial, and patient-related information.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associate degree

Experience

• Required: 5+ years of experience in a medical office, accounting, or bookkeeping environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and standard accounting processes
• Experience supporting monthly close activities, account analysis, and reconciliations
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines
• Proficiency with basic office tools and accounting systems
• Ability to follow established procedures while applying judgment within defined guidelines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Additional Details

• Schedule: Standard business hours (as determined by the business)
• Travel: None specified

Work Environment

• Office-based work environment
• Frequent interaction with internal staff and cross-functional partners

Salary

24.23 - 32.31 - 40.39 USD Hourly with 5% BIP

Notice

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$24.23 - $40.39

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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