[\"Staff Accountant - General Accounting\", \"Staff Accountant - General Accounting\"]

Rush; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University System for Health in Chicago, IL seeks an accounting professional to prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and analyze financial reports as part of General Accounting & Investments. The role supports monthly closings and collaborates with the broader finance team to ensure GAAP compliance.

Minimum 3–5 years of accounting/finance experience and strong Excel skills are required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 3-5 years work experience in accounting/finance
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel required

Responsibilities

• Prepares and enters monthly journal entries during monthly close
• Maintains monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts
• Processes daily interfaces for patient revenue (EPIC) and philanthropy revenue (Advance)
• Downloads monthly financial reports for analysis
• Prepares ad hoc reports as needed
• Answers questions from departments on financial reports with supporting documentation
• Monitors policies and procedures and suggests improvements to accounting processes
• Completes all assignments in a timely manner
• Collaborates with the Accounting and Finance team
• Pursues ongoing education via webinars and workshops

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Epic Systems

Lawson / Infor knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

EPIC Systems

Lawson / Infor

Job description

Location: 1620 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60612 Business Unit: Rush University System for Health Department: General Accounting & Investments Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (

Pay Range

$52,416 - $72,555 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

Under direction of the Manager of General Accounting, this position prepares journal entries, reconciliations, account analysis reports and other projects as needed. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information:

• Bachelor's Degree


• 3-5 years work experience in accounting and/or finance.


• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel Preferred Job

Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and financial analytical skills


• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills


• Self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills


• Lawson / Infor knowledge plus Physical Demands: Competencies: Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepares and enters various monthly journal entries in conjunction with the monthly closing.

• Maintains and updates monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts.


• Process daily interfaces for patient revenue (EPIC) and philanthropy revenue (Advance).


• Downloads various monthly financial reports for analysis.


• Prepares ad hoc reports, as required.


• Responsible for working with departments with questions on financial reports, including pulling invoices, journal entries or other support.


• Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures.


• Consistently completes all assignments in a timely manner.


• Works closely with members of Accounting and Finance team.


• Continue ongoing education by participating in webinars, workshops and networking events.


• General RUSH system

duties

-Preform monthly closing procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliation's, supporting schedules and statistical analysis to ensure the accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and ROPH accounting policies and close schedules. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Skills

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Billing, Customer Support/Service, Epic Systems, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Networking Events, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Statistics, Time Management, Webinar undefined: Rush