Accounting Associate Jobs in Springfield, MA (NOW HIRING)

Senior Accountants work in the Accounting department and perform a variety of duties such as maintaining the general ledger (GL), reviewing financial statements, preparing financial reports, assisting with internal and external audits and budget processes, and reconciling high risk GL accounts and review of low-med risk GL accounts. Provide training and support to Staff Accountant I & II and Junior Staff Accountants and be lead resource for Accounting Manager in Accounting Department matters. Senior Accountants have comprehensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of accounting and possess an advanced level of expertise in Accounting and are capable of assisting less experienced team members.
Responsibilities
Utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), responsible for the analysis, reconciliation and recording of complex financial transactions into the Enterprise Resource System (ERP) and maintain supporting documentation and audit trail. Monitor transactions for compliance with policies and procedures and GAAP. Preparation of timely and accurate reporting of consolidated financial results for all Connecticut Children's affiliated companies. Mastery of all Jr and Staff I & II Accountant functions. Provides guidance and oversight to the Jr. and Staff I & II Accountants. Trains new team members as directed. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all ERP implementations and upgrades.
Performs monthly balance sheet, income statement and changes in financial position/budget variance analyses and reconciliations.
Prepares monthly internal and annual audited financial statements.
Assesses internal controls, including risk assessments, review of risk areas and develops recommendations for enhancements to controls.
Performs sub-ledger closings, posting and reconciles to general ledger account balances. Ensures that all trail balances, sub-ledgers, GLs and intercompany accounts are in balance. Reconcile GL to budgeting system as necessary.
Prepares analyses to assist in the preparation of budgets for review by management.
Reconcile accounts monthly to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance. Maintains documentation and supporting schedules for auditing purposes.
Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external Auditors. Reviews schedules prepared by Jr and Staff I & II for completeness and accuracy.
Analyze financial statements for discrepancies and recommend corrections to Accounting Manager and Controller as necessary.
Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
Directs and oversees the annual Escheatment process.
Establishes new GL codes as requested and ensure appropriate linkage with ancillary budget and financial statement systems as required.
Participates in design, testing, training and reconciliation on ERP system implementation and upgrades. Serves as Accounting SME on all Accounting aspects of the ERP. Prepares and updates training materials and provided education to team members as needed.
Oversees month end closing schedule, coordinates with team members to ensure deadlines are met.
Prepared preliminary cash flow statement on weekly basis, including 13 week rolling forecast, for review by the Accounting Manager.
Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings as required.
Prepares data in support of and completes annual financial surveys as assigned.
Serves as a back up to the Accounting Manager for key banking and Accounting functions as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the CCMC STANDARDS.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No formal supervisory responsibilities. Responsible for providing leadership and training to Accounting team members. Serves as back up to Accounting Manager for key banking and Accounting functions.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Minimum Education & Experience: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field plus 7 years of accounting/auditing experience. Master's level degree and/or relevant certifications or credentials may be considered toward experience
Position Specific Job Education and/or Experience
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Advanced Math and analytical skills. Demonstrated experience with complex financial transactions such as intercompany transactions, eliminations and consolidations. Advanced experience with ERP systems, including development, testing and training.
LICENSE and/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
Required - None
Preferred - CPA
Position Specific Job License and/or Certification Required
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE OF: Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite of products, including Excel, Word, Access and Outlook. Advanced knowledge of GAAP. Competency in advanced math and analytical skills. Advanced knowledge of Accounting required. Experience with integrated ERP systems required, Design and training experience desired. Demonstrated development of internal accounting controls and standard operating procedures.
SKILLS: Demonstrated capability to work with, learn and train others on various automated systems and processes; Advanced analytical and reconciliation skills; Advanced independent research and problem solving skills; time management skills to meet deadlines; Project management skills, demonstrated ability to compile, organize, tabulate, categorize, verify and audit financial data. Able to review / audit work of co-workers for completeness and accuracy. Maintain appropriate documentation for audit trail.
ABILITY TO: Read, understand, follow and develop policies; Attention to detail; strong ability Interact with and communicate in a professional, timely and understandable manner - both written and verbal; Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; Ability to work independently; Ability to understand and perform complex financial analysis. Ability to train less experienced and new team members. Ability to develop and maintain training materials and Standard Operating Procedures.
About Us
Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.