EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or four years of experience in accounting will substitute for degree.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CPA and/or MBA preferred.

SKILLS:

• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of electronic data processing systems
• Proficiency in electronic spreadsheet (Excel) and word processing programs
• Must have excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Proactive, articulate, effective and positive communications skills are required.

EXPERIENCE: At least four years accounting, including: Financial statement (along with financial indicators) preparation; GL Month End processes; account variance analysis, audit preparation; joint ventures, partnership and consolidation accounting; tax reporting experience; reimbursement exposure/experience helpful; experience in financial management of physician practices helpful. Five years experience in an acute health care setting preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Accounting Manager and/or Controller

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen A

No contact with any body fluids. Office environment with many and conflicting deadlines. Must be able to maintain composure and manage multiple priorities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Extensive keyboard data entry using sound ergonomic principles. Requires knowledge of general safety standards.