Senior Accountant

Memorial Hermann Health System

. Compile and analyze complex financial information and prepare/upload journal entries to the general ledger .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced financial accounting knowledge and analytical capabilities to prepare and analyze complex financial information, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and Business Intelligence software to support financial reporting and decision-making.

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Advanced Financial Accounting KnowledgeVariance AnalysisERP Systems ExperienceAdvanced Excel SkillsCPA Preferred

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationFinancial ReportingGeneral Ledger ReconciliationBudget PreparationFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Business Intelligence SoftwareERP SystemsExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingCPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Financial ComplianceMonth-End CloseFinancial StatementsProcess ImprovementsAccounting Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compile and analyze complex financial information and prepare/upload journal entries to the general ledger
Prepare system financials, including consolidation of business units and eliminating entries
Support month-end close by reviewing journal entries, researching variances, and communicating findings to management
Reconcile complex general ledger accounts with monthly statements and report material variances
Approve reconciliations prepared by accounting staff
Prepare financial reporting schedules and respond to auditor requests
Compile and review financial data for balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports
Analyze expenses, revenues, commitments, and obligations to forecast future revenues and expenses
Prepare management financial reports and identify trends for decision-making
Liaise with departments and finance executives across the organization
Assist with annual budget schedules
Train, support, and present complex accounting matters to operations and finance teams
Ensure compliance with accounting and reporting deadlines
Identify and communicate accounting compliance issues and discrepancies
Work on complex accounting and cross-departmental projects and prepare financial analyses
Document process improvements and recommend control enhancements
Support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff
Adhere to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, standards, budgetary specifications, and productivity requirements
Create compassionate, personalized, safe, and efficient experiences for patients and colleagues
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Five (5) to seven (7) years of accounting work experience
Advanced financial accounting knowledge and experience
Analytical capabilities sufficient for providing and interpreting variance analysis
Experience retrieving data from ERP systems and Business Intelligence software
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and macros
Effective oral and written communication skills
CPA preferred
Advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mandatory/continuing education and skills competency support
Professional growth and development opportunities
Mentorship, preceptor, and resource opportunities