Staff Accountant

at The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description This is a remote position.

JOB SUMMARY

The System Staff Accountant is responsible for the following: Provide support through training and assistance as well as guidance to all UVM Health Network partners. Confident, articulate and professional written and verbal communication skills Preparing a variety of recurring and non-recurring journal entries, reports, and analyses related to the financial statements, intercompany activity, and other sub ledger activity and schedules. Performing detailed analyses of various general ledger accounts and department cost centers. Reviewing financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness, interpreting trends or deviations and making recommendations for corrective action. Preparing in depth analyses of revenue and expense variances, providing management with explanations for current and prior year changes, variances from budget and projected impact for future. Preparing monthly journal entries for assigned accounts, ensuring all activity is recorded, adjustments are calculated, and corrections are made. Ensuring all assigned accounts are reconciled. Performing balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, in preparation for all audits. Performing a variety of accounting related duties such as bank account reconciliations, proofreading of financial documents and participating in special projects. Taking initiative to improve processes and efficiencies as opportunities are identified. Maintaining all supporting documentation/electronic records in accordance with department/hospital standards, for review by external auditors. Performing detailed analyses of various general ledger accounts and department cost centers. Reviewing financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness, interpreting trends or deviations and making recommendations for corrective action. Working knowledge of many areas of the Balance Sheet

EDUCATION

Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

EXPERIENCE

No prior experience is required if the individual possesses a four-year Accounting degree. Tax return preparation experience is helpful. The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account