Accountant - Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

Serving Luce County and the surrounding area since 1965, Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is DNV Accredited, Critical Access Hospital. As one of the most technologically advanced, up-to-date diagnostic centers in the Eastern Upper Peninsula, we are able to provide a wide range of services. Our team places a high value on compassion, customer service, quality, respect, teamwork, and are dedicated to growing a healthier community.

Located in Newberry, MI, not only do we have numerous lakes and an abundance of wildlife and historical sites, but a number of recreational activities available throughout the year including: hiking, golfing, swimming, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, snowmobiling, skiing, and more. We offer the economic and social advantages of a rural lifestyle while providing an opportunity to contribute to improving the quality of life in our community.

Position: Accountant

Job Status: Full Time; Monday - Friday

Salary: Hourly Dependent on Experience

Duties:

• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and ensure completeness of accounting data.
• Prepare period-end journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Participate in providing internal controls and/or oversight of financial operations including accounts payable, purchasing, accounts receivable, cash functions, payroll, and other related activities.
• Remain cross-trained to serve as backup to other departmental functions as needed.
• Collaborate with departmental and executive leaders towards the preparation and analysis of the annual budgets.
• Dive into data and correct inconsistencies, find and understand root causes and drivers.
• Communicate with other departments on outstanding accounting issues, problems, or concerns.
• Assist in developing, testing, and documenting new accounting systems and procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests, survey completion, financial analysis, and other projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• CPA, currently pursuing a CPA, or public accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in excel
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills a must
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal to no supervision
• Working knowledge of computer applications and basic office equipment
• Position level will vary from Accountant I to Accountant III depending on relevant experience

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.