Accountant: 80 hours/pay period

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Johnson Memorial Health Services

Accountant: 80 hours/pay period

Dawson, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION/JOB SUMMARY:

    A Johnson Memorial Health Services Accountant provides sound accounting knowledge and practices for the healthcare facility. This job reports to the Chief Financial Officer. Additionally, the position should promote an awareness and understanding of positive ethical and moral principles consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Johnson Memorial Health Services.

    This position typically works 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    The JMHS accountant will assists with the coordination of various projects related to the department's finance and accounting functions to support the production of accurate, timely financial statements through assisting in preparing monthly financial statements based on general ledger trial/balance, recording monthly standard entries, and recording periodic expense and/or revenue associated with daily operations in accordance with departmental procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.

    • Prepares monthly journal entries: records monthly revenue, expense, and balance sheet activities.
    • Prepares regular recurring journal entries with supporting documentation and/or schedules, as required, to update the general ledger at the close of a period.
    • Reconciles subsidiary system activity and balances and/or business documents to general ledger control accounts in the prescribed format to demonstrate the integrity of the general ledger and to identify any correcting entries needed to properly state ledger balances
    • Compiles statements and schedules of a financial and/or statistical nature. (i.e., monthly variance reports, full-time equivalents reports, miscellaneous receivable aging analysis, and daily cash analysis).
    • Provide assistance to and communicate with various departments regarding monthly accounting reports and other accounting-related documents/information.
    • Assists management in providing acceptable records and support documents to all internal and external auditors and regulatory offices. Maintains various records, files, and supporting documentation for regulatory or other reporting purposes.
    • Keeps abreast of regulatory (federal, state) changes/information/guidelines affecting hospital/LTC/Clinic finance and accounting practice
    • Assists the Chief Financial Officer on special assignments as required. Included but not limited to: assistance in preparing monthly financial statements and additional ad hoc analysis

    ** STANDARD REQUIREMENTS**

    • Supports the Mission, Vision and Values at Johnson Memorial Health Services.
    • Is knowledgeable of patient and resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all patients and residents in a safe, secure environment.
    • Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
      • Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
      • Confidentiality of all data, including patient, resident, employee, and operations data.
      • Quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
      • Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from any sort of harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
    • Supports and participates in common teamwork:
      • Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction including appropriate judgment.
      • Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
      • Follow up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers, patients, or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and/or concerns.
      • Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests.
      • Completes requirements for in-service and annual training, acceptable attendance, uniform dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.
    • Other work duties as assigned.
    • Helps others succeed

    ** QUALIFICATIONS**

    • Associates Degree with emphasis in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or a related field is required. Will consider two plus year of commensurate direct accounting experience in lieu of degree.
    • Previous experience in healthcare accounting is preferred.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    • Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals.
    • Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
    • Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
    • Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 30 pounds).

    ** Benefits Offered for 48+ hours (.6 FTE)**

    • Medical Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Flexible Spending (FSA)
    • Health Savings (HSA)
    • Supplemental Insurances
    • Retirement (401a/457 Plan)
    • Paid Time Off
    • Employee Sick & Safety Leave
    • Extended Illness Bank

    We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

    JHMS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment. JHMS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.