What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Newman Regional Health?
We are looking for an Senior Accountant who is ready to join an amazing team and make a difference at the largest and most clinically capable Critical Access Hospital in Kansas. Join our team today to begin or continue your career at Newman Regional Health! We care for patients of all ages giving us the opportunity to utilize all the clinical skills of our profession. Our caring and compassionate staff provide state-of-the art healthcare 24 hours a day to patients of all ages by adhering to our five values of quality, service, people, growth and fiscal responsibility. Come see why we are different and apply today!
This is a Full Time Monday - Friday position
The Senior Accountant supports the financial operations of Newman Regional Health by maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and applicable regulations. This position works closely with the Controller to support daily accounting functions, financial reporting, audits, budgeting activities, and reimbursement processes. The Accountant plays an integral role in maintaining the integrity of financial data and supporting the organization's mission through sound financial practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and fixed assets
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
- Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for financial statements
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and variance analyses
- Support budget preparation, monitoring, and financial forecasting activities
- Provide financial data and analysis to the Controller as requested
- Support accounting functions related to Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer settlements
- Assist with cost report preparation and supporting schedules
- Apply healthcare accounting standards and reimbursement methodologies
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), hospital policies, and applicable regulations
- Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation
- Support cash management activities, bank recociliations, and cash forecasting
- Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives
- Provide backup support for other finance department functions as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- Previous accounting experience preferred
- Healthcare accounting experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word required
- Experience with PDF management, scanning software, and accounting systems preferred
- CPA certification preferred but not required
At NRH, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:
- Student Loan Repayment
- Tuition Assistance
- Generous paid time off including extended illness benefit
- KPERS Retirement
- Identity Theft Protection Discounts
- Life Insurance options
- Long and short-term disability
- Flex Spending Account
- Accident and Cancer coverage
About Newman Regional Health: Centrally located within the city of Emporia, Newman Regional Health is a 25-bed non-profit critical access hospital owned by the people of Lyon County. Newman Regional Health is a teaching hospital, and is home to the ESU Newman Division of Nursing. We are committed to improving he health of the communities we serve by providing high-quality care. We are continually recognized as one of the Top 10 hospitals in Kansas and one of the Top 50 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States.