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RWJBarnabas Health Senior Accountant, Corporate Finance - Foundations (Remote- Hybrid) in Oceanport, New Jersey
Senior Accountant, Corporate Finance - Foundations (Remote- Hybrid)Req #:0000155568
Category:Accounting/Finance
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:Financial Services
Location:
System Business Office, 2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757
Job Overview:
The Senior Accountant, under the direction of the Foundations Accounting Manager, prepares a variety of financial analyses and reports, for internal and external purposes, as requested monthly, quarterly, and annually.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting.
A minimum of five years of relevant experience in professional accounting, preferably in a foundation or non-profit setting.
Demonstrate the ability to prepare, analyze, and maintain various financial reports.
Strong understanding of the relationship between income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
Team player with excellent oral/written communication skills are essential.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to meet deadlines and to function under minimal direction.
Strong time management skills.
Demonstrate intellectual curiosity with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of business professionals at all levels of the organization including management, foundation development team, and support staff.
Will have collaborative and helpful approach and demonstrate strong relationship-building skills.
Ability to interpret and convey critical financial information to non-finance foundation staff.
Attention to detail.
Maintaining strict confidentiality of files and reports.
Preferred:
- PeopleSoft experience preferred.
Scheduling Requirements:
- Full-time, Day
Essential Functions:
Create monthly close journal entries including expense accruals for foundations.
Provide sufficient and appropriate supporting documentation for all journal entries.
Prepare complete balance sheet and income statement account analyses with detailed explanations.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis, resolving un-reconciled amounts in a timely manner.
Reconcile Financial Edge sub-ledger to PeopleSoft general ledger on a monthly basis.
Review gift agreements for conditions and restrictions and record as appropriate.
Independently identify, research, and provide recommendations for resolution to any accounting issues, consistent with a comprehensive understanding of accounting in accordance with GAAP.
Interpret, communicate, and implement written policies and procedures to meet the needs of a diverse client population.
Work independently, with broadly defined work objectives, and limited supervision and review of overall results.
Prepare assigned areas of the annual budget in an accurate, timely, and complete manner.
Provide a sound system of internal assurances and controls for the department.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.
Assist with internal and external audits.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer