Accountant NE

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Mountain Health Network and Marshall Health to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious 'A' grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s listing of Great Community Hospitals, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

• Assists with the planning, coordination and administration of general accounting activities of the organization.
• To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

General Ledger Management:

• Prepares general ledger entries during monthly closing processes.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Develops analytical and departmental reports as required or requested.
• Assists with the development and administration of the organization’s annual budget.

Auditing and Compliance:

• Serves as an interdepartmental liaison.
• Works with internal and external auditors to prepare for and facilitate audits.
• Ensures compliance with current accounting standards, hospital policies, and applicable laws and regulations.

Tax Reporting and Financial Systems:

• Compiles financial data for corporate tax reporting (federal and state requirements).
• Surveys operations to identify accounting needs and recommend solutions.
• Develops, implements, modifies, and documents recordkeeping and accounting systems using current technology.

Financial Statements and Audits:

• Prepares monthly financial statements and other reports.
• Addresses errors and variances before submission for review.
• Assists in year-end audits, preparing accurate audit work papers.

Budgeting and Spreadsheet Utilization:

• Utilizes spreadsheet software for budgeting and data organization.
• Reviews budget spreadsheets for accuracy.

Effective Communication and Problem-Solving:

• Responds to inquiries from department managers and external parties.
• Takes initiative to resolve errors or procedural issues.
• Performs additional duties contributing to efficient operations and quality patient care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, required

Experience/Skills

Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific area of work.

• Accounts Payable and Payroll Knowledge
• Strong Prioritization Skills: Ability to manage work efficiently and meet challenging deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheets: Familiarity with basic word processing tools and advanced spreadsheet functions.
• Advanced Mathematical Skills, including Ten-Key Calculator Proficiency.
• Demonstrates the values of team concept on a consistent basis.
• Focused, patient and calm, performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and able to take appropriate, professional action.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written, verbal and communication skills.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Additional languages preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of computerized accounting experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.