Staff Accountant

University of Vermont Health Network; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a skilled accounting professional for a full-time, remote position. You will support month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing general ledger activity. The role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and clear communication with partners across the network.

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. No prior experience is required if degree satisfied; tax return prep experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Experience with general ledger, journal entries, and monthly close is preferred.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with attention to detail.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries, reports, and analyses.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and department cost centers for accuracy.
• Prepare revenue and expense variance analyses and explain changes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Assist in audits by maintaining supporting documentation and records.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Journal entries

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Balance sheet knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - In State Remote WorkerLocation Address: 111 Colchester Ave., Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Accounting & PayrollFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80Shift: DayPrimary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMWeekend Needs: NoneSalary Range: Min $30.47 Mid $38.09 Max $45.71Recruiter: Abby LuckThis is a remote position.

JOB SUMMARY

• Provide support through training and assistance as well as guidance to all UVM Health Network partners.
• Confident, articulate and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Preparing a variety of recurring and non-recurring journal entries, reports, and analyses related to the financial statements, intercompany activity, and other sub ledger activity and schedules.
• Performing detailed analyses of various general ledger accounts and department cost centers. Reviewing financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness, interpreting trends or deviations and making recommendations for corrective action.
• Preparing in depth analyses of revenue and expense variances, providing management with explanations for current and prior year changes, variances from budget and projected impact for future.
• Preparing monthly journal entries for assigned accounts, ensuring all activity is recorded, adjustments are calculated, and corrections are made. Ensuring all assigned accounts are reconciled.
• Performing balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, in preparation for all audits.
• Performing a variety of accounting related duties such as bank account reconciliations, proofreading of financial documents and participating in special projects. Taking initiative to improve processes and efficiencies as opportunities are identified.
• Maintaining all supporting documentation/electronic records in accordance with department/hospital standards, for review by external auditors.
• Performing detailed analyses of various general ledger accounts and department cost centers. Reviewing financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness, interpreting trends or deviations and making recommendations for corrective action.
• Working knowledge of many areas of the Balance Sheet

EDUCATION

Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

EXPERIENCE

No prior experience is required if the individual possesses a four-year Accounting degree. Tax return preparation experience is helpful.