Accountant 4

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), performs advanced professional accounting and financial reporting functions to support the fiscal operations of the Southeast Health District.

Reviews and oversees complex accounting transactions, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to applicable federal, state, and agency regulations.

Researches and resolves complex accounting issues while providing technical guidance, training, and mentorship to accounting staff and recommending appropriate accounting treatments.

Develops, implements, and continuously improves accounting policies, standard operating procedures, and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen financial integrity, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Serves as the primary liaison for internal and external audits by coordinating audit activities, providing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.

Aids in budget development, forecasting, and financial planning while collaborating with county health departments, district programs, and administrative departments to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Oversees the maintenance and enhancement of accounting resources on the Southeast Health District Employee Intranet, supports financial system implementations and upgrades, and participates in process improvement initiatives to modernize accounting operations.

Performs other advanced accounting, financial analysis, and reporting responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and three (3) years of professional accounting job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Accountant 3 (FIP022) or position equivalent.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing is strongly preferred.
• Preference will also be given to candidates with experience in governmental accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audit coordination, policy development, internal controls, financial system implementations, and providing technical guidance or mentoring to accounting staff.
• Candidates should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with proficiency in enterprise financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

Additional Information

The Southeast Health District (SEHD) is committed to fostering a culture of health and well-being among its employees. To support this commitment, SEHD encourages staff to incorporate regular wellness activities and make lifestyle choices that promote overall health. To assist employees in achieving their wellness goals, the use of designated wellness breaks during the workday is authorized. Employees may utilize up to 30 minutes per workday for wellness activities, which can be taken as two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

The Southeast Health District (SEHD) accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. SEHD will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Fingerprint Criminal Records Investigation is required.