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Journal Entry Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sr Accountant

Irvine, CA

$78K - $99K/yr

ZH CPA LLC seeks a Sr. Accountant for Irvine, CA office to analyze fin. statement, examine related supporting docs & perform journal entry testing & audit procedures, etc. Min reqs incl at least ...

This role will focus on enhancing and automating complex Excel-based journal entry forms used to prepare data for uploading into PeopleSoft. The ideal candidate will have strong experience building ...

The position also requires close coordination across accounting functions to strengthen reconciliations, journal entry review, and audit readiness. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly close ...

Accounting Manager

East Longmeadow, MA · On-site

$42.75 - $49.50/hr

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entry review, and the ability to support audit and compliance-related ...

Staff Accountant

Arlington, VA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Bachelor's degree preferred • 3+ years of accounting (transactional journal entry experience) • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate functions) • Experience with financial ...

Staff Accountant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$33.25 - $38.50/hr

This position will support core accounting operations, including close activities, reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and balance sheet management, while helping maintain accurate financial ...

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How much do journal entry jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for journal entry in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main responsibilities of someone handling journal entry tasks in an accounting department?

Professionals handling journal entry tasks are responsible for recording financial transactions accurately in the company's accounting system, ensuring that each entry is properly documented and complies with accounting standards. They often review supporting documents such as invoices, receipts, and bank statements to validate each transaction before posting. In addition, these roles may involve reconciling accounts, assisting with monthly or quarterly closes, and working closely with accountants or finance managers to resolve discrepancies. Success in this position requires diligent attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and strong collaboration skills to support the broader finance team.

What is a Journal Entry job?

A Journal Entry job typically refers to a role in accounting or finance where professionals record financial transactions into an organization's general ledger. This ensures that all financial data is accurate, up-to-date, and properly categorized. Responsibilities may include preparing, reviewing, and reconciling journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting with month-end or year-end closing processes. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of accounting principles are essential for this role.

Who gets paid more, a bookkeeper or an accountant?

Accountants generally earn higher salaries than bookkeepers due to their advanced skills, certifications, and responsibilities. While bookkeepers handle daily financial record-keeping, accountants often perform complex analysis, tax preparation, and financial planning, which typically command higher pay. Salary differences can vary based on experience, location, and industry, but accountants tend to have higher earning potential overall.

What is the job description of a journal entry?

A journal entry in accounting involves recording financial transactions in a company's books, including debits and credits for each transaction. It requires attention to detail and knowledge of accounting principles, often using accounting software. Accurate journal entries are essential for maintaining correct financial records and preparing financial statements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Journal Entry position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Journal Entry role, you need solid accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and familiarity with financial reporting principles, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Expertise in using accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, and understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) are often required. Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to efficiently communicate with team members are key soft skills in this position. These abilities help ensure financial data is recorded correctly and efficiently, which is critical for accurate reporting and compliance.

Can you make $500,000 a year as an accountant?

Earning $500,000 annually as an accountant is uncommon and typically requires senior-level positions such as CFO or partner in a large firm, extensive experience, specialized skills, or ownership of a firm. Most accountants earn significantly less, with salaries varying based on location, industry, and experience. High earnings are often associated with executive roles or business ownership rather than standard accounting positions.
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Senior Staff Accountant, Journal Entry

Senior Staff Accountant, Journal Entry

Lifepoint Health

Brentwood, TN • On-site

$66K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 263 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

753rd of 877 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Your experience matters

At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Lifepoint Business Services (LBS) team, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier .

More about our team

The Lifepoint Business Services (LBS) accounting team provides critical financial support to hospitals across our enterprise. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven. Team members enjoy opportunities for professional growth, exposure to both technical and operational accounting, and a culture that values accuracy, accountability, and partnership with hospital leadership.

How you'll contribute

A Senior Staff Accountant who excels in this role:

  • Owns the journal entry preparation and month-end close process for approximately two assigned hospital facilities.
  • Partners closely with Site Liaisons and facility finance teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Prepares, reviews, and posts journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, amortizations, and recurring monthly entries.
  • Supports a fast-paced month-end close environment, ensuring critical deadlines are met within established close timelines.
  • Performs balance sheet reconciliations, account analysis, and variance research to resolve outstanding issues.
  • Analyzes financial activity and investigates discrepancies using Oracle reporting tools and other financial systems.
  • Collaborates with accounting leadership, technical accounting, and operational finance teams to resolve accounting questions and support financial accuracy.
  • Utilizes Excel extensively, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis tools, to support accounting processes and reporting.
  • Identifies opportunities for automation, standardization, and continuous process improvement as Lifepoint continues to enhance and centralize accounting operations.
  • Provides support and knowledge sharing across the team, contributing to a highly collaborative work environment.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Additional qualifications include:

Required

  • 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting.

  • Experience preparing and posting journal entries in a month-end close environment.

  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, accruals, prepaid expenses, amortization schedules, and account reconciliations.

  • Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting strict monthly close deadlines.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial data analysis.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Healthcare or hospital accounting experience.

  • Oracle ERP or Oracle Cloud experience.

  • Experience supporting multiple entities, facilities, or business units.

  • CPA designation or CPA-track candidate.

  • Experience participating in accounting process improvement or automation initiatives.

Salary Range: $66,476 - $89,742 per year.

Schedule: Full-time (During the monthly close cycle, team members support an accelerated close process, with heavier workloads occurring during the first 8-10 business days of each month. Flexibility during close periods is important to success in the role.)

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Employment Sponsorship Statement

You must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately.  You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue.  For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.gov

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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About LifePoint Health

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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