POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the General Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant is a key player on a team that is responsible for the coordination and preparation of the complex monthly and year-end financial statements for Memorial Hospital (BMH) and its parent company, Southern Massachusetts Health Services Corp (SVHSC). This position performs a wide variety of accounting duties in connection with the month-end general ledger closing process and preparation of various financial statements, management reports, journal transactions and other supporting schedules. Provides detailed analysis of various general ledger accounts and prepares appropriate reconciliations. Monitors account transaction activity to ensure accurate and appropriate recording of revenues and expenses.

QUALIFICATION

• EDUCATION:
  • Assertive, self-motivated team player with a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting. CPA or MBA a plus.
  
  
  • EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:
    • Four (4) to six (6) years of directly related recent professional experience required. Experience in healthcare and hospital finance preferred.
    
    
    • LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):
      • None
      
      
      • SKILLS REQUIRED:
        • Excellent computer skills with spreadsheets and word processing. Knowledge of MultiView (GL), Paylocity/Kronos (Payroll), Cerner CommunityWorks (EHR) and database reporting, a strong plus.
        • Ability to coordinate the month-end close with limited assistance.
        • Excellent organizational skills and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.
        • Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal tact for interacting with all levels of hospital & finance personnel. Must be customer service focused.
        • Excellent organizational and analytical skills are required to effectively engage in systemic problem solving and innovative thinking in a timely, accurate, detail oriented manner.
        • Ability to work effectively in teams, and ability to work autonomously in a deadline-driven environment.
        • Ability to positively internalize constructive feedback for professional development.
        • Must also be able to process routine transactions and identify process improvements.
        • Ability to meet deadlines.