Accountant - FT - Day - Accounting Finance & Treasury Lawrenceville NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Position Overview

Possesses knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control systems and utilizes these in all aspects of work. Applies accounting theories in daily work, estimates, and analysis and adequately documents basis for accounting conclusions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar business certification or education.

Experience: One year previous accounting or finance experience.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills: Possesses solid communication, organizational and analytical skills. Possesses knowledge of all aspects of basic accounting. Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.

Special Training: Intermediate computer skills.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Possesses knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control systems and utilizes these in all aspects of work. Applies accounting theories in daily work, estimates, and analysis and adequately documents basis for accounting conclusions.

Maintains accurate logs and records of various financial activity or statistics to support accounting entries and information. Ensures spreadsheets, analyses, and journal entries agree appropriately to other data sources. Reviews data and questions validity as appropriate to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Files and maintains historical records in a logical manner and efficiently retrieves records as necessary.

Performs account reconciliation timely and accurately. Investigates and resolves descrepancies timely and appropriately. Prepares journal entries timely and accurately and attaches proper documentation to journal entries.

Effectively navigates computerized general ledger system to complete accounting transactions and perform necessary transaction research.

Performs comparative analysis of statistical and financial information to identify unusual items and investigates, makes necessary corrections or explanations. Draws reasonable conclusions based on financial analyses and clearly presents conclusions.

Prepares timely journal entries and reconciliation and assists in the preparation of the foundation's financial statements. Prepares monthly reconciliation and financial information for the gift shops on a timely basis.

Effectively maintains the budget and reporting for the Mental Health Grant.

Prepares work-papers for auditor requests and assists in preparation of footnote support.

Effectively performs the billing, posting, and reconciliation of various other receivable activity. Properly records investment balances and activity and maintains related schedules on a monthly basis.

Assists the senior financial reporting analyst with special projects that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of CHS' accounting and financial reporting processes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead

Continuous physical demands include: Sitting

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Moderate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Dust/Particulate Matter

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This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.