AccountantEncompass Health

The Accountant assumes responsibility for appropriate payment of facility invoices, all payroll related functions and assists Controller with special projects as assigned. This position requires the ability to: perform office work directly related to management policies or general business operations; exercise discretion and independent judgment; provide regular and direct assistance to executives; and perform work, special assignments and tasks under very general supervision.

License or Certification:

• None

Education, Training and Years of Experience:

• Four year degree in accounting or related field preferred or equivalent work experience

• 3-4 years work experience in a healthcare accounting environment

• 2 years experience in accounts payable and payroll functions

Machines, Equipment Used:

• General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.

Physical Requirements:

• Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and ability push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.

• Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.

• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.

• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.

• Ability to work independently without supervision.

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.

• Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.

• Handicapped accessible.

• May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards:

• Meets established attendance standards.

• Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.

• May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.

• May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.

• Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.

• May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.