Staff Accountant II

Overview

Temporary Role – Project-based role through December 31, 2026.

Schedule:

Days, Full-Time.

Location:

Remote (Work from Home). Strong preference for candidates located within UnityPoint Health service areas in Iowa, Illinois, or Wisconsin. Join our team to support exciting project work focused on financial accuracy and insight. In this role, you’ll analyze and maintain detailed accounting and statistical records to ensure accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reporting that supports informed decision-making across the organization.

• Accounting & Finance Principles
  Prepares, documents, and analyzes monthly general journal entries to reflect proper account balances at month end.
  Analyzes and reconciles accounts monthly for financial statement accuracy and adherence to generally accepted accounting principles and UnityPoint Health general financial policies.
  Utilizes effective problem solving and analytical skillsets to identify potential issues/outliers and recommends appropriate resolutions.
  Prepares and reviews monthly financial statements and investigates unusual variances.
  Analyzes monthly revenues and expense reports and investigates variances from budget; follows up with departmental directors and managers as needed.
  Supports other departments and affiliates, as necessary, in preparation of budgets, including ongoing performance monitoring and reporting.
  Maintain focus on process improvement opportunities within the department and individual accounting team to increase the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the department and impact our business operations.
  Maintains and expands knowledge of G/L system and all systems which interface with the G/L.
  Prepares audit work papers for Internal and External third party audits of financial statements and provides follow-up on outstanding items.
  Prepares and submits various external reports and/or surveys in accordance with applicable deadlines.
  Supports members of the UnityPoint Health financial leadership team by providing consultation, recommendations, research, and review related to major departmental assignments.
  Responsible for resolving questions, inquiries, complaints and/or disputes with Finance departmental customers and organizational points of contact as it relates to accounting matters demonstrating excellent customer service.

• Participates in special projects as assigned, including performance and process improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or similar/related degree.
• One (1) year accounting experience.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  Must have knowledge of general accounting, financial statement presentations and statistical presentation necessary to support financial reporting. Use of Microsoft Office, particularly spreadsheets. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Staff Accountant II
UnityPoint Health

• 1200 Pleasant St. Des Moines IA 50309
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