Staff Accountant

UVM Health Network; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network in Burlington, VT is seeking an entry-level Staff Accountant to support financial reporting, prepare journal entries, and assist with intercompany activities across the network. This remote role offers hands-on training and exposure to core accounting processes in a healthcare setting.

You will analyze general ledger accounts and department cost centers, reconcile balance sheets monthly, and assist with variance analyses and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; entry-level role.
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform detailed analyses of general ledger accounts and cost centers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare diverse recurring and non-recurring journal entries and financial reports.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and department cost centers for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Conduct variance analyses of revenue and expenses and interpret trends for management.
• Support audits and intercompany activities across the UVM Health Network.

Skills

Communication skills

Balance sheet understanding

GL analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Staff Accountant | UVM Health - UVM Medical Center

The Tone: This is a remote position at UVM Health - UVM Medical Center, which is a healthcare organization. This role is crucial for maintaining the financial health and accuracy of the UVM Health Network. The Staff Accountant contributes directly to financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement, ensuring reliable data for decision-making and operational support across the network.

TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Location: Remote - Burlington, VT
• Mission: This role ensures financial accuracy and provides essential analytical support for the UVM Health Network.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Support UVM Health Network partners with training, assistance, and guidance.
• Prepare diverse recurring and non-recurring journal entries, financial reports, and analyses for statements and intercompany activities.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and department cost centers, reviewing financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of revenue and expense variances, explaining changes, interpreting trends, and projecting future impacts for management.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to prepare for all audits.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. This is an entry-level role.
• Experience: No prior experience is required if the individual possesses a four-year Accounting degree.
• Skills: Confident, articulate, and professional written and verbal communication skills; working knowledge of many areas of the Balance Sheet; ability to perform detailed analyses of general ledger accounts and cost centers; initiative to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Bonus: Tax return preparation experience is helpful.