Senior Accountant

Location: New York

## Senior Accountant Apply remote type:
Hybrid locations:
New York, NY:
HSS 777time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR
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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

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** Emp Status
** Regular Full time
** Work Shift
** Day (United States of America)
** Compensation Range
** The base pay scale for this position is $72,000.00 - $. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation.

The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.#
** What you will be doing**# The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and overseeing advanced accounting functions in support of the hospital’s financial operations. This role ensures the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards (ASC 958), and healthcare regulatory requirements. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, audit support, and internal control compliance.#

** Key Responsibilities**###
** Financial Reporting & Close Process
*** Prepare and review monthly journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
* Lead assigned components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
* Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
* Analyze variances and provide explanations to management.###
** Account Reconciliations
*** Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
* Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
* Maintain reconciliation documentation in accordance with organizational policies and audit standards.###
** General Ledger Management
*** Maintain and monitor general ledger activity for assigned areas (e.g., revenue, expenses, fixed assets, payroll).
* Ensure proper classification of transactions in compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.###
** Audit & Compliance
*** Support external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
* Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (ASC 958) and applicable healthcare regulations.
* Assist in the preparation of audited financial statements and footnote disclosures.###
** Internal Controls
*** Adhere to and support internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy and safeguard assets.
* Identify control gaps and recommend process improvements.
* Assist in documentation and testing of key controls.###
** Special Projects
*** Participate in system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
* Assist with ad hoc reporting requests from leadership.#
** Qualifications**###
** Education
* ** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.###
** Experience
* ** Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
* Prior experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or hospital environment strongly…