Strategic Accountant: Automate & Elevate Financial Close

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Sullivan (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro-Gear is seeking an Accountant to own core accounting functions, drive efficiency, and strengthen financial reporting. You will work onsite in Sullivan, IL, and collaborate across teams to support leadership with accurate numbers and improved processes.

Key duties include monthly financial statements, month-end close, GL monitoring, asset management, payroll accruals, and tax compliance support. We value strong Excel skills, analytical thinking, and a passion for automation and continuous

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong Excel fundamentals and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly financial statements
• Lead month-end close activities and reconciliations
• Monitor the general ledger for unusual activity
• Consolidate financial results and provide variance insights to leadership
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and supporting documentation
• Assist with payroll journal entries and compliance as needed
• Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Hydro-Gear is seeking an Accountant to own core accounting functions, drive efficiency, and strengthen financial reporting. You will work onsite in Sullivan, IL, and collaborate across teams to support leadership with accurate numbers and improved processes.

Key duties include monthly financial statements, month-end close, GL monitoring, asset management, payroll accruals, and tax compliance support. We value strong Excel skills, analytical thinking, and a passion for automation and continuous