Accountant I

Administrative / Clerical

Position Summary : Reviews and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts and resolves any discrepancies; participates in the preparation of hospital financial statements and reports, and in their analysis; prepares tax returns and monthly statements for miscellaneous notes and accounts receivable; provides information and assistance to the external auditors; assists in conducting account reconciliation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Reviews and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts as directed and resolves any discrepancies.
• Participates in the preparation of hospital financial statements and reports for internal distribution and regulatory reporting. Assists in the identification and analysis of significant fluctuations in asset / liability account balances, and reports findings for follow-up action.
• Prepares monthly statements for all miscellaneous accounts receivable.
• Prepares audit work papers and provides other information and assistance to the external auditors as directed.
• Assists in the conduct of account reconciliation and financial analyses.
• Performs special projects as assigned.
• Prepares monthly journal entries.
• Maintains the general ledger system.
• Runs monthly reports for distribution to the department directors.
• Provides support to accounts payable and payroll.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications : Required :

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