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Accountant I

CommonSpirit Health Lufkin, Texas
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The posted compensation range of $20.62 - $28.35 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-383755 Employment Type Full Time Department Accounting Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm) Remote No Category Accounting and Finance
Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.


Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Responsible for completing accounting functions on an accurate and timely basis within the framework of the objectives and policies established.  Contributes to the development, implementation and maintenance of the accounting and financial policies and procedures. Displays professional, safe conduct in all interactions. Maintains positive working relationships with staff, other departments, physicians and peers. Displays conduct in support of CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Mission & Vision.

Position Responsibilities:

  1. Quality – completes work with accuracy and thoroughness. 
  2. Productivity – efficiently utilizes time in accomplishing work.
  3. Customer Focus – lives organizational and departmental service standards. 
  4. Reliability – completes tasks assigned; follows up as needed.
  5. Availability – meets attendance standards; is punctual; works when needed.
  6. Decision Making – displays sound judgment; works with minimal supervision.   
  7. Initiative – seeks out productive duties in absence of guidance; is a self-starter.  
  8. Adheres to Policy – follows CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial rules, policies, procedures and guidelines.   
  9. Interpersonal Relationships – cooperates, communicates and works well with others.   
  10. Professionalism – represents CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial positively in actions and appearance.
  11. Prepares detailed financial statements, statistical reports and departmental reports
  12. Prepares journal entries to reflect changes or corrections to inventory and reserve accounts in accordance with GAAP.
  13. Analyzes capital reserve levels related to malpractice, worker’s compensation and group health benefits.
  14. Prepares recommendations for adjustments to the general ledger accounts.
  15. Assists departments in researching questions relating to inventory issues and reserve.
  16. Communicates results of financial information the executive team.
  17. Assists in the compilation of schedules required by the annual audit.
  18. Assists with the capital budget process. Includes training classes, prep work for capital budget process, as well as the review meetings.
  19. Prepares reconciliations of the cash accounts, maintains a fixed asset inventory and reconciles it to the general ledger.
  20. Reconciles the Balance Sheet accounts and maintains a monthly reconciliation spreadsheets.
  21. Organizes and perform special studies and summarize results and recommendations in reports relevant to management.
  22. Assists the department in special projects as needed
  23. Demonstrates tact and professionalism in working and communicating with patients/families, physicians, other members of the team, and other employees of the healthcare system.
  24. Adheres to CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial policies, including but not limited to “CHI Values & Ethics at Work”, HIPPA, PHI, ePHI, Privacy Rule, and confidentiality. 
  25. Maintains safe work habits; adheres to safety rules; immediately reports any unsafe condition; immediately reports any incident / injury.
  26. Supports department-based goals and contributes to the success of the organization.  
  27. Complies with hospital policies and procedures; attends required in – services, education and training.
  28. Performs duties in accordance with that of hospital policies and procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines. 
  29. Demonstrates a willingness to follow the chain of command, regularly channels suggestions, criticisms and complaints to the appropriate person.
  30. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:


Education Level
Required: Bachelor's Degree – Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration OR

Master’s Degree – Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*Proficient in operation of standard office equipment

*Proficient in Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook

*Strong written and oral communication skills 

*Critical thinking and analytical skills 

*Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful environment

*Excellent time management and organizational skills

Experience
Required: Two (2) years accounting experience

Preferred: Healthcare specific accounting experience 

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Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.