Senior AccountantWestwing • Arlington Heights, IL, US

Senior Accountant

Westwing • Arlington Heights, IL, US

20 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Part-time

Job description

Senior Accountant

Hourly Pay Range : $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

Position : Senior Accountant
Location : Arlington Heights, IL
Full Time / Part Time : Full-Time
Hours : Monday Friday 8 : 30am 5pm

Job Summary

Responsible for general accounting duties related to Capital Assets, Leases and other financial areas as assigned. The position assists in the monthly close process, including account reconciliations and preparation of financial statements. Analyzes monthly variances and provides insightful commentary to senior management. Supports operations teams, including Facilities and Property Management, with financial reporting and analysis. Prepares documentation for internal and external audits to ensure compliance. Participates in annual capital spend surveys and contributes to ad-hoc project reporting within the ERP system. This position will also assist in the maintenance of Foundation Data Elements (FDM) and improvements of financial business processes within the Workday ERP system.

What You Will Do

Perform month-end journal entries primarily for Capital Assets and Leases, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Partner with capital project owners throughout the project lifecycle, from initial capital request via the OpenMarkets system to final setup and maintenance in the Workday ERP system.

Troubleshoot and assist in resolving purchase order and invoice discrepancies in Workday to ensure a seamless and accurate project lifecycle and asset capitalization process.

Ensure compliance with the Endeavor Health Capital Asset Accounting Management Policy in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Complete and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts monthly, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.

Conduct detailed variance analysis for assigned accounts, investigate underlying causes, and clearly communicate findings to leadership through written reports and verbal presentations.

Support the year-end audit process by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries related to capital expenditures and assets.

Act as a subject matter expert and trusted resource, providing guidance to accounting staff and department leaders on general accounting practices and policies for assigned financial areas.

Identify opportunities and implement process improvements and system enhancements within the Capital Accounting function to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Provide subject matter expertise for the creation, maintenance, and oversight of the Workday Foundation Data Model (FDM) and associated finance configuration rules.

Collaborate with stakeholders involved in capital accounting and projects to gather reporting requirements and develop effective Workday reporting solutions.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the accounting team and departmental goals.

What You Will Need

Education : Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related field, MBA preferred

Certification : CPA preferred

Experience : Minimum 5-10 years in accounting / finance

Unique or Preferred Skills :

Have a comprehensive knowledge of GAAP

Experienced in capital asset accounting, including responsibility for a complete asset lifecycle (acquisition, depreciation, impairment, and disposal

Possess strong communication, organizational, technology and leadership skills

Proficiency with Excel and / or other spreadsheet and database applications is required

Extensive experience with an ERP, Workday preferred

Benefits (For Full-Time or Part-Time Positions) :

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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