Staff Accountant-Full Time Days

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant I supports the financial operations for Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC), which includes hospitals, physician practices, and a variety of other healthcare services. This intermediate-level role is responsible for preparing accurate financial reports, analyzing account activity, supporting audits and budgeting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and healthcare regulations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Prepares routine to intermediate journal entries and reconciles inter-company transactions.
• Reconciles bank statements and other balance sheet account schedules.
• Reviews and reconciles sub-system postings to general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares monthly financial statements at both the entity and departmental levels in accordance with GAAP.
• Analyzes balance sheet accounts, reserves, and accruals, making necessary adjustments as needed.
• Performs monthly income statement variance analysis and assists operational leaders in understanding financial results.
• Assists in the preparation and review of annual budgets and forecasts, including supporting schedules and data analysis.
• Prepares and reviews schedules and reports required for internal and external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Researches accounting standards and healthcare-specific regulations to ensure proper treatment of transactions.
• Monitors compliance with internal financial controls and recommends improvements where needed.
• Assists with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborates with departments to provide financial insights and respond to reporting needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required. Preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of accounting experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with healthcare accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with Workday is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) sitting and use of arms and hands; occasional (0-33% of workday) standing, walking, bending, squatting; ability to lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs.; auditory and visual skills.
• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Potential risk of exposure to chemicals.

Pay

$32.44 - $45.42