Accountant-Behavioral Health Services Part Time

Location: Ben Gordon Center DeKalb IL

Department: Behavioral Health Services

The Accountant is responsible for accounting and financial analysis activities for the department served.

The Accountant supports the finance function of Northwestern Medicine by preparing journal entries analyzing accounts researching transactions and special projects.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately adjust account balances on a monthly basis and accurately prepare journal entries.
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual reports schedules commentaries and supplemental material to be used by management.
• Prepare account reconciliations by compiling and analyzing account information verifying the accuracy of general ledger accounts assigned to him/her.
• Prepare financial reports and work papers to support applicable audits and reviews.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Report to the department manager and support the finance operation of Northwestern Medicine through special projects and analysis.
• Provide support and analysis related to operational budget and long-term financial projections.
• Answer questions from management on account information.
• Provide support for the month end close.

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong communication collaboration and analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Understanding of advanced accounting concepts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office suite.

Preferred:

• CPA or CHFP certification.
• Experience in a healthcare or related setting.
• Experience in accounting/finance.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft General Ledger.

Additional Information :

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time