Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support healthcare finance operations in Rancho Cordova, California. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating month-end close activities, and delivering reliable reporting for hospital accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in applying GAAP, and the ability to work independently while partnering effectively with operational and finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entries for the monthly general ledger close, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and organizational accounting standards.
• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis, resolving discrepancies and supporting the integrity of financial statements.
• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial reports using accounting systems and advanced spreadsheet tools to support business and regulatory needs.
• Manage the close process for assigned hospital entities, including accruals, variance review, coordination with facility teams, and final reporting deliverables.
• Compile and present complex financial data for internal leadership, external reporting, audit requests, and regulatory submissions.
• Partner with supervisors, managers, directors, and other staff to identify accounting issues, recommend practical solutions, and monitor follow-through on approved actions.
• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and analytical practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and stronger financial controls.
• Work with minimal day-to-day supervision while prioritizing deadlines, posting routine journal entries, and providing guidance or informal mentoring to team members as needed.