Staff Accountant

The University of Vermont Health Network; South Burlington (VT); Remote; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Staff Accountant for a remote U.S.-based role in Burlington, VT. The position focuses on accounting and payroll support with standard 40-hour weeks and a day shift.

Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, analyzing general ledger activity and cost centers, reconciling balance sheets, and assisting with monthly closes and audits. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.

Qualifications

• Prepare journal entries and analyses for financial statements.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and cost center reviews.
• Provide monthly close support and audit prep.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries and reports.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and department cost centers for accuracy.
• Prepare analyses of revenue/expense variances and explain year-to-year changes.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Assist in audits and maintain supporting documentation for external review.
• Collaborate with UVM Health Network partners and provide training as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

General Ledger software

ERP systems

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - In State Remote Worker

Location Address: 111 Colchester Ave., Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Accounting & Payroll

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Weekend Needs: None

Salary Range: Min $30.47 Mid $38.09 Max $45.71

This is a remote position.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the following:

• 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.