Accountant

Company: Whitney M Young
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 16, 2025

Job Description:

Accountant (Req 100881)

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with preparations of various accounting schedules and office related duties for Whitney Young Health; including, reconciliations, journal entries, reviewing accounts and department postings for accuracy.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares all entries to close the book and reconciles various accounts and prepares monthly and yearly financial statements,
Reviews purchase orders, payroll, allocations and other reports, for compliance and proper documentation. Coordinates data requirements for reporting with Director of Accounting.
Demonstrates a good communicates with management, employees and supervisors in an effective manner,
Cover the job for purchasing, bill and check process in the absence of AP clerk,
Covers the job for the grant activities in the absence of Grant Account, including retrieving monthly spending and assisting to generate expenditure/voucher reports as required.
Demonstrates excellence in both internal and external customer service.
Understands and is able to effectively communicate HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance and client confidentiality.
Ensures and/or remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and the Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center.
Completes other duties as assigned.


Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field with one (1) year of business related experience; has practical skills using Microsoft Office tools; including MS Word and Excel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with Sage Intacct, Paylocity, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Yooz Purchase System, and Health care management experience is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Salary range: $28.00 - $30.00 hourly

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