Location: Ben Gordon Center, DeKalb, ILDepartment: Behavioral Health ServicesSchedule/hours:This is an onsite position - 20 hrs/week. At least 3 days per week (up to 5 days per week is an option if preferred)Ideally one of the days would be WednesdayHours on days worked are flexible (e.g. could start as early as 7am) The Accountant is responsible for accounting and financial analysis activities for the department served.The Accountant supports the finance function of Northwestern Medicine by preparing journal entries, analyzing accounts, researching transactions, and special projects.Responsibilities:Accurately adjust account balances on a monthly basis and accurately prepare journal entries.Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, schedules, commentaries and supplemental material to be used by management.Prepare account reconciliations by compiling and analyzing account information, verifying the accuracy of general ledger accounts assigned to him/her.Prepare financial reports and work papers to support applicable audits and reviews.Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.Report to the department manager and support the finance operation of Northwestern Medicine through special projects and analysis.Provide support and analysis related to operational budget and long-term financial projections.Answer questions from management on account information.Provide support for the month end close.EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
