Staff Accountant

Position: STAFF ACCOUNTANT I
At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America's Best Large Employers and America's Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine's list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, Diversity Inc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time's Top Workplace.

Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

Summary

Staff Accountant I

Position Highlights:

* This is an entry level professional position, that will assist in the preparation/maintenance of the General Ledger system to support accurate and timely financial data flows through the financial statement process. that performs research and analysis of financial statement activity. Handles high volume of transactions, prepares account reconciliations and is involved in the monthly GL closing process. Specific emphasis based on assigned area of the financial statements.

Provides support for the annual audit.

Responsibilities:

* Assist the Director of Accounting, Manager of Accounting, and the General Ledger Supervisor in the monthly general ledger closing process by performing the following as assigned: ensures all assigned journal entries are accurately completed in accordance with the time frames listed on the monthly closing calendar, develops a thorough understanding of all assigned income statement accounts and performs financial analysis for assigned accounts, documents and explains all significant variances based on trends, statistics and other transactions applicable to the account.

Reviews departmental revenue and expense accounts as requested. Develops an in-depth understanding of the Center's policies and procedures.

* Performs account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis per the time frames indicated on the monthly closing calendar. All unidentified items are to be reviewed with the General Ledger Supervisor and/or the Manager of Accounting on a timely basis to allow for timely resolution. Errors are to be corrected as part of the following months closing process.

Works with other Cancer Center departments to resolve and improve errors/problems identified as part of the reconciliation process. Performs Accounting processes and recommends improvements to GL Supervisor and/or Manager of Accounting.

* Ensures all audit schedules for assigned accounts are accurately prepared and meet the requirements of the auditors. All schedules are to be completed by the time frame listed on the audit calendar to ensure a well organized and timely audit.

* Be able to utilize these systems effectively to perform account analysis, system balancing and monthly processing. Ensure integrity of data to support financial reporting. Performs Accounting processes and recommends improvements to the General Ledger Supervisor and Manager of Accounting. Maintains knowledge of accounting rules and regulations.

Credentials and

Experience:

* Bachelor's Degree: field of study - Accounting or directly related field

* No previous accounting experience necessary, but familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is required.

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