Financial Analyst Accounting

Financial Analyst Accounting/Full-Time at Christus Health summary:

The Financial Analyst in Accounting is responsible for general accounting and financial reporting, including month-end close, reconciliation, and audit preparation. The role requires strong knowledge of GAAP, proficiency in Excel, and analytical skills to manage financial statements and tax reporting. Experience in healthcare accounting and financial management of physician practices is preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY: Participates in general accounting and financial reporting services of the Region and its affiliates. Month End close and reconciliation. Assists with completion of all required work papers for annual audit. May assist is the preparation of tax and government reporting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or four years of experience in accounting will substitute for degree.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CPA and/or MBA preferred.

SKILLS:

• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of electronic data processing systems
• Proficiency in electronic spreadsheet (Excel) and word processing programs
• Must have excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Proactive, articulate, effective and positive communications skills are required.

EXPERIENCE: At least four years accounting, including:
Financial statement (along with financial indicators) preparation; GL Month End processes; account variance analysis, audit preparation; joint ventures, partnership and consolidation accounting; tax reporting experience; reimbursement exposure/experience helpful; experience in financial management of physician practices helpful. Five years experience in an acute health care setting preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Accounting Manager and/or Controller

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen A

No contact with any body fluids. Office environment with many and conflicting deadlines. Must be able to maintain composure and manage multiple priorities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Extensive keyboard data entry using sound ergonomic principles. Requires knowledge of general safety standards.

Keywords:

Financial Analyst, Accounting, Month-End Close, Audit Preparation, GAAP, Financial Reporting, Tax Reporting, Reconciliation, Healthcare Accounting, Financial Statements