Ohio State University Physicians ยท 2 hours ago
Senior Accountant
Ohio State University Physicians is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative work environment. The Senior Accountant will assist management in analyzing financial trends and obligations, ensuring accurate reporting on financial statements, and facilitating effective communication with department leadership.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Responsible for accounting and cash management functions including accounting and accurate reporting on financial statements, reconciliations of balance sheet general ledger accounts, and timely completion of the month end close process
Prepare month-end closing financial statements in accordance with company policies and standards
Distribute financial statements and supporting documentation upon completion to appropriate management personnel within established deadlines
Conduct review of financial statements and supporting documentation as part of monthly close process. Research and document results of variances
Prepare reports and schedules, prepare journal entries, analyze, and prepare summaries of accounts, and verify reports for accuracy
Act as a subject matter expert to new and existing staff
Maintain a current working knowledge of accounting system and how it can be effectively utilized. Make recommendations for optimization of business processes and system. Provide training to internal and external stakeholders. Participate as SME on software upgrades and/or design changes including providing input, evaluation, and validation of changes
Prepare and communicate financial results to senior level management
Develop and maintain working relationships with clinic, department financial teams, and revenue cycle peers to correlate financial and clinical operations
Facilitate monthly review meetings for presentation of financial statements with department leadership
Prepare ad-hoc reports; collect, analyze, and summarize financial information and trends
Provide guidance in developing department policy, financial plans, and forecasts
Responds to audit inquiries during the annual OSUP audits of financial statements and pension
Provide information to ensure compliance with tax reporting and compliance matters
Participate on process improvement teams
Assist the Accounting Manager and Sr. Accounting Manager in developing recommendations on department policies, financial plans, forecasts, and fiscal responsibilities
Identify fixed assets and work with the Fixed Asset Manager to ensure proper accounting and tagging, in accordance with OSUP financial accounting policies and procedures
Provide leadership to staff accountants
Other duties or special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field or equivalent amount of school and work experience with advanced degree or certification preferred
Five or more years of progressive accounting experience providing accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. Experience in healthcare industry preferred
Advanced knowledge and understanding of financial statements including balance sheet, statement of operations, and cash flow. Ability to conduct analysis of financial statements and other data sources to assist management in identifying opportunities for improvement
Current working knowledge of fixed assets, financial reporting, payroll, account reconciliations, accounts payable, and multi-location support
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with all levels within and outside the organization
Preferred
Experience with Workday and Kronos Payroll Systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health reimbursement accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Holidays
Wellness program
Company
Ohio State University Physicians
Ohio State University Physicians is the medical group managing The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, creating a fully integrated, high-performing practice.