Staff Accountant - Payroll - Dickory

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

Webelieve

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for preparing financial reports and performing financial analysis, performs month-end functions and reviews variances. Completes special projects as assigned by department leadership and participates in quality improvement initiatives to improve work processes and customer satisfaction.

Required
-High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred
-Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Required
-2 years experience working with little supervision.

Preferred
-Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-directed
• Strong communication skills
• Strong time management skills

• Prepares financial reports
• Performs month-end functions
• Completes special projects and other duties as assigned
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives
• Other related duties as required

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.
Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position:
Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.