SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (REQ 3561)

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Senior Accountant’s primary duties are to maintain the accuracy and integrity of South Peninsula Hospital financial records while assisting the CFO and Director of Accounting with day-to-day analytical needs of financial data. 

NATURE AND SCOPE:

The position of Senior Accountant is a confidential position and plays a key role in the operations of the General Accounting Department, working collaboratively with a team of financial professionals. The Senior Accountant position is exempt under the laws of the FLSA.  The Senior Accountant reports to the Director of Accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

You will be a good fit for this job if…

• You enjoy working for an organization that is growing and challenging the General Accounting department daily to move the organization forward.
• You possess a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and  confidential situations.
• You enjoy working for people that care about their employees and want to create a great workplace.
• You have a high level of attention to detail and are adept at problem-solving.

This individual should have extensive knowledge of computer software applications to include: Evident/CPSI, word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (MSWord, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint). Able to operate such general office machines as a, personal computer, adding machine by touch, FAX and photocopier.  Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing, data entry and proofing materials; establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.  Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 15 years of relevant experience may be considered.

Work Experience:
Minimum of four (4) years of accounting related experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Additional accounting training/course work preferred.

Minimum of five (5) years of experience with computerized accounting systems.

ENVIRONMENT:

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22 bed Acute care hospital and 28 bed long term care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska.  The working environment is generally pleasant, clean and well maintained.  The position requires a moderate amount of mobility.  The ability to reason, speak and have basic manual dexterity is essential.  There is the need to attend meetings and classes both inside and outside the Hospital setting and to participate in interviews or provide training within the Hospital building. Physical demands are moderate and may include sitting, standing for prolonged periods, walking, stooping and occasional lifting.  Most work is performed inside, and the work is generally of a positive nature.