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. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
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.Education
Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Work Experience
Required - 2 years experience working with little supervision.
Certifications
Preferred - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- 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
Job Duties
- 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.
Physical and Environmental Demands
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.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
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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.
Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 2 years experience working with little supervision
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA
- Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information
- Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Self-directed with ability to work with little supervision
What We Do
Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventive screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 900,000 people from across the globe in 2020, providing the latest in medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Ochsner Health has been providing high-quality clinical and hospital patient care since 1942. Ochsner provides coordinated clinical and hospital patient care, all connected electronically to provide convenience for our patients, across the region by Ochsner’s 40 owned, managed and affiliated hospitals and specialty hospitals and more than 100 health centers and urgent care centers. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner’s team of more than 32,000 employees and more than 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region.
