CHRISTUS Health ยท 1 day ago
Accountant Lead - Accounting
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCHRISTUS Health is a healthcare organization seeking an Accountant Lead. The role is responsible for preparing month-end journal entries, performing financial statement analysis, and assisting in the supervision and training of accountants within the assigned functional accounting team.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders
Prepare month-end journal entries in accordance with US GAAP, with complete and accurate supporting documentation
Independent analysis of applicable accounting guidance (FASB, AICPA, etc.) to guarantee the proper treatment of financial transactions and ensuring compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
Perform variance analysis on assigned accounts to both budget and trend
Prepare month-end balance sheet reconciliations
Review month-end journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by accountants, as assigned. Provide feedback to accountants as necessary and ensure entries are appropriate and include appropriate documentation
Assist Manager with onboarding and training accountants
Assist Manager with accumulating and analyzing month-end variance analysis for assigned functional area and assigned regional responsibilties
Identify errors and research areas of concern. Communicate issues to Accounting Manager and provide potential solutions
Drive process improvements to ensure the team becomes more efficient
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with other teams across the System (both at the corporate office and at our facilities)
Support Senior Management, Regional and Corporate Associates with data requests and analyses
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent required
7 years of accounting experience required
Strong understanding of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
Ability to prepare month-end journal entries in accordance with US GAAP, with complete and accurate supporting documentation
Independent analysis of applicable accounting guidance (FASB, AICPA, etc.) to guarantee the proper treatment of financial transactions and ensuring compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
Perform variance analysis on assigned accounts to both budget and trend
Prepare month-end balance sheet reconciliations
Review month-end journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by accountants, as assigned. Provide feedback to accountants as necessary and ensure entries are appropriate and include appropriate documentation
Assist Manager with onboarding and training accountants
Assist Manager with accumulating and analyzing month-end variance analysis for assigned functional area and assigned regional responsibilities
Identify errors and research areas of concern. Communicate issues to Accounting Manager and provide potential solutions
Drive process improvements to ensure the team becomes more efficient
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with other teams across the System (both at the corporate office and at our facilities)
Support Senior Management, Regional and Corporate Associates with data requests and analyses
Timeliness, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines are essential
Strong analytical skills and the ability to problem solve
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required
General ledger accounting experience and Healthcare accounting experience preferred
Candidates seeking CPA license preferred; some assistance available for those seeking licensing
Company
CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health care system comprising more than 600 centers, including long-term care facilities, community hospitals, walk-in clinics and health ministries.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (43)
2024 (35)
2023 (54)
2022 (46)
2021 (22)
2020 (26)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Terry Kyle
CEO and CDO The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation & Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Fnd
Thomas Royer, MD
CEO Emeritus
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