Job Description

At Deaconess Health System, we advance the health and wellbeing of our community with a compassionate and caring spirit. The Financial Accountant II is a mid-level accounting role responsible for performing and reviewing complex accounting activities, supporting accurate financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational standards. This role serves as a key contributor to month-end close, financial statement preparation, and continuous process improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and resources

The Financial Accountant II supports internal and external financial reporting through preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements. This role partners with finance leadership and operational teams to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and transparency of financial data while contributing to audits, budgeting, and forecasting activities.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end and year-end close.
• Ensure financial data accuracy and compliance with GAAP and internal accounting standards.
• Assist with preparation of consolidated financial statements and related footnotes.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities as needed.
• Participate in internal and external audits and assist with audit documentation.
• Identify and implement accounting process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Serve as a resource to junior accounting staff by providing guidance on accounting procedures and best practices.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of accounting experience; healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Keywords

Financial Accountant II, Accounting, Healthcare Finance, GAAP, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliation, Month-End Close, Year-End Close, Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance Analysis, ERP Systems, Excel, Audit Support, Consolidated Financial Statements, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Accounting Operations, Remote Accounting Role