Accountant (2660)

• Prepares monthly financial statements including related statistics and analytical schedules in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations.

• Perform review of corporate credit card statements.

• Prepares monthly journal entries.

• Prepare non-patient accounts receivable cash deposits.

• Prepares required documentation for federal, state and local tax returns.  Works with firms to complete filings timely.

• Assists in the preparation of annual budgets and provides support to managers and office leads.

• Develops supporting information for the annual Medicare and Medicaid cost reports.

• Supports the annual independent audit.

• Protects confidentiality and privacy, including but not limited to, HIPAA policies, proprietary and financial information.

• Communicates with managers to ensure accurate recording of expenses.

• Assists with accounts payable and payroll processes, as needed.

• Assists with vendor inquiries and correspondence including review and reconciliation of vendor statements.

• Maintain 1099 information on new vendors.

• Performs other projects and analysis as assigned.

• Responsible for abiding by and adhering to all HDH Corporate Compliance Program initiatives.

• Highland District Hospital is committed to serving our community by providing Exceptional care. Exceptional service. Every time. It is the responsibility of all employees to interact with patients, visitors, and/or co-workers with compassion, dignity, and respect.  Employees are to maintain positive behaviors, approaches, attitudes and be committed to interpersonal service.  Each employee is to abide by the Behavior Based Standards, proactively promote teamwork and engage in a collaborative culture.

• Responsible for compliance with HDH safety standards, policies and procedures.

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel so classified.

Education – Required:                     Bachelors Degree in accounting, or equivalent experience.  

Minimum Experience:                      None Required

Preferred Experience:                      1-2 years relevant experience as staff accountant or bookkeeper.