Accountant I

HealthPartners is hiring for a full-time Accountant

I. POSITION PURPOSE

: The Accountant I is responsible for the proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Other responsibilities include completion of billings to outside vendors, application of subsequent receipts, maintenance of fixed asset records, analyzing account transactions, preparing account reconciliations, resolving reconciling items utilizing thinking & problem solving skills, and preparing accounting statements and reports. Analyzes cause/effect relationships & considers consequences of future actions. Works independently with other Finance team members, departments, locations, & Accounting Unit Managers to resolve accounting matters. Develops solutions to a variety of problems of simple to moderate scope and complexity .

ACCOUNTABILITIES

: Review accounting entries posted to the general ledger to ensure proper accounting of financial transactions in accordance w/ GAAP & stated HealthPartners Policy. Participate in month-end close activities including preparation of journal entries, complete with appropriate supporting documentation. Complete monthly variance analysis and financial statement preparation for assigned entities Complete balance sheet account and subsystem reconciliations accurately and timely. Research account reconciliation items to determine corrective action required and complete required adjusting entries. Complete billings to outside vendors as needed and apply subsequent receipts. (A/R duties). Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals and transfers and related month-end reporting and reconciliations. Complete monthly close of asset management system. Able to work independently & proactively with minimal guidance & supervision while participating actively as a Finance team member. Communicate issues & resolutions to Finance management. By performing ad hoc reporting and analysis researches and provides explanations and technical accounting solutions for new & existing business issues (simple to moderate complexity). Adapt to working in new environments & in new situations. Ensure that automated interfaces to the general ledger are functioning as intended. Review internal accounting controls & recommends improvements. Enhance and document processes and procedures to facilitate accurate and timely financial information, reporting and managerial information. Able to utilize tools, such as system queries & downloads. Proficient in Excel. Prepare interim & year-end schedules for auditors as needed. Maintain required records, reports & files. Complete special projects as directed by the Finance Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

: Four-year college degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. (Accounting preferred) Working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls. Strong spreadsheet (Excel) skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills including ability to make independent investigations of errors in accounts or statements Ability to assess and interpret customer needs and requirements Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational skills Consistently demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to work effectively and productively with each other while providing exceptional service to our leaders, members, customers, and vendors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

: Accounting or finance experience in a healthcare setting. Experience working with Lawson Financial Systems.