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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to provide technical accounting support within our General Accounting Department. This role plays a critical part in journal entry preparation, financial statement analysis, reconciliation of balance sheet and income statement accounts, and leading junior accounting staff. Key Responsibilities : Prepare and post accurate journal entries for month-end and quarter-end close. Review and guide Staff Accountants through the monthly variance analysis process; communicate findings to leadership. Review journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by Staff Accountants. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements in compliance with GAAP. Maintain reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts and serve as backup support for other team members. Coordinate audit schedule preparation and liaise with internal and external auditors. Initiate ACH and wire transfers, ensuring necessary approvals are obtained and all banking protocols are followed. Assist with month-end and year-end close activities including inventory and accrual coordination. Ensure timely delivery of recurring financial tasks and reporting deadlines. Participate in process improvement initiatives and maintain accurate accounting procedure documentation. Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. MBA or CPA strongly preferred. Minimum 5 years of hands-on general accounting experience including journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. Supervisory experience or ability to lead junior staff preferred. Experience in the healthcare industry and / or public accounting (Big 4 or regional firms) is a plus. Familiarity with general ledger, fixed asset, and reporting software. Experience with McKesson or Workday preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas). Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational capabilities. Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication skills—both written and verbal. Team-oriented with a positive and professional demeanor. Flexible and adaptable to support cross-training and workflow coverage. High integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. Demonstrates sound judgment and independent problem-solving abilities. Strong attendance and punctuality required. Organizational Impact & Growth Participate in internal process improvement teams and contribute to workflow optimization. Actively engage in professional development by attending training programs and setting annual learning goals. Ensure compliance with all HIPAA confidentiality standards and institutional policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington Health

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