Accountant IV

Bay Area Hospital

. Maintain financial records and ensure financial transactions are properly recorded .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeCoos Bay • Oregon • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $81,155 - $115,585 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial record maintenance, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation, with a strong focus on compliance and accuracy in accounting practices. Proficient in managing month-end close processes and collaborating with auditors in a hospital setting.

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BS In Accounting10+ Years Of Progressive Accounting ExperienceCPA PreferredAdvanced Excel KnowledgeExperience In Hospital Setting

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationAccount AnalysisVariance AnalysisMonth-End CloseFinancial ReportingGeneral Ledger AnalysisAccount ReconciliationAudit CoordinationRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Transaction Recording

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAbility To Work Under PressureEffective Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Accounting SystemsPersonal ComputerGeneral Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Hospital Financial SystemsExternal AuditInternal AuditFinancial RecordsAccounting Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain financial records and ensure financial transactions are properly recorded
Ensure accuracy of ledger entries and reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger
Ensure integrity of accounting information recorded in hospital financial systems
Prepare month-end close journal entries
Assist the Controller with monitoring month-end close processes and reviewing routine journal entries
Review journal entries and documentation for accuracy
Analyze actual expenses and revenues against budgeted performance and recommend accounting accruals
Monitor and correct the computerized General Ledger system
Conduct detailed monthly General Ledger analysis
Prepare formal account reconciliations and assist with reviewing reconciliations for cash, investments, equity, liabilities, and intercompany accounts
Assist the Controller with the annual external audit and coordinate with external auditors
Assist with review and approval of banking transactions, including money movement
Evaluate accounting procedures and recommend methods to reduce time and cost
Assume the Controller’s duties when the Controller is out of office
Prepare and review financial reports and survey information for external, governmental, and non-governmental reporting
Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements
Conduct special analyses and projects and prepare reports for Controller/CFO/CEO review

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Accounting, Business Administration, or related degree
Associate’s degree with at least 5 years relevant Accounting experience accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Preferably experience in a hospital setting
Advanced degree or CPA preferred
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds
Comfortable working in accounting systems
Experience working with auditors and coordinating internal and external audit requests
Advanced Excel knowledge
Ability to perform monthly close, reporting, and audit requests
Proficiency in journal entry preparation, account analysis, and variance analysis
Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
Knowledge of current trends and developments in accounting
Ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking
May be required to lift up to 20 pounds
Significant use of personal computer, phone, and general office equipment
May require off-site travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
A wide array of benefits
Many growth opportunities for employees