Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experienceInvolves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobActively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values Responsibilities PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interfaces across the organization with various system departments as well as external business partners and auditors to complete audit engagements. Responds to information requests from across the organization.Effectively and proactively communicates with all stakeholders to research and resolve issues and discrepancies in a timely manner.Serves as a mentor to more junior team members. Supports training and onboarding of new staff as needed.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation. Manages and reconciles banking accounting process daily and reconciles postings to subsidiary systems.Reviews and analyzes actual operating data of assigned entity/corporation and general ledger accounts to ensure accurate account balances for monthly and year-end closing.Assists and supports department in explanation of actual operating results. Makes recommendation to enhance system of internal controls and operating performance.Prepares and analyzes material general ledger account balances. Performs analysis of incurred but not reported reserves. Prepares audit schedules in support of external audits.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Researches (FASB) accounting standards and makes recommendations and provides education in support of accuracy and timeliness.Confirms accuracy of key operating indicator scorecards that include volume statistics and business office indicators.May perform one of the following:
- Works in tandem with HM foundation staff to ensure gifts are deposited to appropriate fund in accordance with donor wishes.
- Performs system updates in conjunction with IT.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supports management in the preparation of tax and audit schedules and/or month end and year end closing processes ensuring completeness and accuracy. Prepares and distributes financial reports and accounting data to appropriate stakeholders.Performs one or more of the following:
- Performs research into complex issues and responds to information requests from external auditors.
- Establishes new awards in the accounting system and coordinates the set-up of departments and budgets and works with department staff to ensure proper allocation of costs of new award.
- Responsible for daily cash position analysis and settlement of HM which results in operations liquidity decisions.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProactively manages own professional development. Completes My Development Plan. (MDP)Identifies ways to streamline workload and document department procedures and interfaces with other departments.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Qualifications EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Three years experience in accounting, healthcare environment preferred License/Certification LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
N/A
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
Professional Accounting Certification ANDCPA - Certified Public Accountant - State Licensure ANDCIA - Certified Internal Auditor (IIA) KSA/ Supplemental Data KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesStrong knowledge of general software applicationsAdvanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principlesStrong accuracy, attention to detail and time management skillsExcellent analytical and problem solving skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organizationExpert knowledge in certain accounting area, as assignedOutstanding organizational skills and ability to manage deadlinesOutstanding teamwork skills
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform NoScrubs NoBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes Company Profile
Houston Methodist (HM) is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. HM consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston metropolitan area. HM also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, HM employs over 25,000 employees. Houston Methodist is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide the best patient care and service in a spiritual environment.
In 2019 Houston Methodist and its physicians treat more than 6,333 international patients from more than 76 countries. Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services’ consulting and education divisions also provide advisory services and training and development to health care organizations around the world.
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