Accountant II
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HealthPartners is hiring an Accountant II. HealthPartners is hiring an Accountant II to record financial transactions in the general ledger according to GAAP, complete billings to outside vendors, maintain fixed asset records, analyze account transactions, prepare reconciliations and accounting statements, and develop solutions to simple to moderate financial problems.
Key focus areas include Review accounting entries posted to the general ledger to ensure proper accounting of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and HealthPartners policy, Participate in month‑end close activities including preparation of journal entries with supporting documentation, and Complete monthly variance analysis and financial statement preparation for assigned entities.
Successful candidates bring Four-Year College Degree In Accounting, Finance, Or Related Field and 2 Years Experience In Related Position. Important skills include Thinking & Problem Solving Skills, Analyzing Account Transactions, Preparing Account Reconciliations, Resolving Reconciling Items, Preparing Accounting Statements And Reports, and Analyzing Cause/Effect Relationships. Preferred (not required): Lawson Financial Systems.
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Job Duties
HealthPartners is hiring an Accountant II. The Accountant II is responsible for the proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Other responsibilities include completion of billings to outside vendors, application of subsequent receipts, maintenance of fixed asset records, analyzing account transactions, preparing account reconciliations, resolving reconciling items utilizing thinking & problem solving skills, and preparing accounting statements and reports. Analyzes cause/effect relationships & considers consequences of future actions. Works independently with other Finance team members, departments, locations, & Accounting Unit Managers to resolve accounting matters. Develops solutions to a variety of problems of simple to moderate scope and complexity.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Review accounting entries posted to the general ledger to ensure proper accounting of financial transactions in accordance w/ GAAP & stated HealthPartners Policy
Participate in month-end close activities including preparation of journal entries, complete with appropriate supporting documentation.
Complete monthly variance analysis and financial statement preparation for assigned entities
Complete balance sheet account and subsystem reconciliations accurately and timely.
Research account reconciliation items to determine corrective action required and complete required adjusting entries.
Complete billings to outside vendors as needed and apply subsequent receipts. (A/R duties).
Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals and transfers and related month-end reporting and reconciliations.
Complete monthly close of asset management system.
Able to work independently & proactively with minimal guidance & supervision while participating actively as a Finance team member.
Communicate issues & resolutions to Finance management
Research & prepares technical accounting solutions for new & existing business issues (simple to moderate complexity)
Adapt to working in new environments & in new situations
Ensure that automated interfaces to the general ledger are functioning as intended
Review internal accounting controls & recommends improvements
Enhance and document processes and procedures to facilitate accurate and timely financial information, reporting and managerial information.
Able to utilize tools, such as system queries & downloads
Proficient in Excel
Prepare interim & year-end schedules for auditors as needed
Maintain required records, reports & filesComplete special projects as directed by the Finance Manager.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Four-year college degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. (Accounting preferred)
Minimum 2 years experience in related position.
Working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
Strong spreadsheet (Excel) skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills
Consistently demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to work effectively and productively with each other while providing exceptional service to our leaders, members, customers, and vendors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Accounting or finance experience in a healthcare setting.
Experience working with Lawson Financial Systems.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Minimum Experience Required
2 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55420
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
117839
Job Benefits
Not specified
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