Accountant Senior

1 month ago

Janesville, United States Mercy Health System Full time

Overview:

  • This position is located at our main campus in Janesville, WI
  • This position allows for some hybrid opportunities after a succesful orientation
  • This position typically works office hours and has some flexibility with start and end times

Takes the lead in applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare complex financial reports and regulatory reporting. Performs other duties as assigned. May be required to work overtime during peak periods

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leads financial close process, budgeting and audit cycle for assigned areas.
  • Takes a lead role in understanding Finance system structure, leads upgrades.
  • Prepares complex financial reviews and reconciliations, using both standard and ad hoc reporting tools to analyze source data.
  • Takes a lead role in Finance strategic planning process (5 yr forecast)
  • Works with other departmental staff and departmental managers to prepare budget for multiple entities and responds to questions from managers.
  • Analyzes data to complete regulatory reporting for areas assigned.
  • Analyzes complex financial processes and recommends opportunities to improve system financial performance.
  • Assumes leadership role to complete projects in Finance department.
  • Coordinates department workload of staff and associate accountants.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.


Education and Experience

BA in Accounting or Master's degree in related field.

Ten years relative experience, two of which have been in healthcare.


Certification and Licensure

CPA designation a plus, but not required


Skills and Abilities
Ability to think independently desired, but could be developed on the job.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and other departmental personnel.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be familiar with automated accounting systems and proficient in Excel or other spreadsheet application. Knowledge of word processing software is helpful.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to operate a keyboard repetitively; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to handle finger and feel; and reach. The employee must exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include constant close vision and frequent ability to adjust focus, particularly as it relates to computer screens.


Level of Supervision

Finance Manager or Director


Supervises

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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