Senior Accountant

ChristianaCare • $73K — $117K *
Wilmington, DE 19805Hybrid
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; Master's preferred.
  • 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience, particularly in healthcare preferred.
  • Expertise in U.S. GAAP is essential.
  • Proficiency in Workday Financials and related modules required.
  • Experience with complex transactions in a finance setting.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate monthly financial close process in Workday Financials.
  • Prepare and review month-end and year-end financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
  • Assist in the preparation for the financial statement audit.
  • Conduct financial analysis and report on variances during financial close.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Workday Financials and complex accounting transactions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for all financial processes.
  • Stay up-to-date with new accounting standards and regulatory changes.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive work environment within a collaborative team.
  • Flexibility for occasional overtime to meet deadlines and project demands.
  • Access to a community that promotes improvement and innovation in accounting practices.
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Job Details

About this Position

ChristianaCare is searching for a Senior Accountant to provide operational support to the Financial Accounting and Reporting Department with primary focus on recording transactions and preparing financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Senior Accountant is responsible for serving as a team leader within the department.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Facilitates and completes the monthly financial statement close process in Workday Financials.
  • Prepares month-end financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.
  • Prepares year-end financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP. This includes the preparation of a complete set of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Changes in Net Assets, and the Statement of Cash Flows) with accompanying notes.
  • Assists with the preparation for the financial statement audit.
  • Assists in the review of certain journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Performs financial statement analysis and reports on variances as part of the financial statement close process.
  • Subject matter expert in Workday Financials, including Endowments, Banking, and Accounting modules.
  • Subject matter expert in accounting for complex transactions of the business, including patient accounts receivable, investments, donor restricted contributions, debt, joint ventures, etc.
  • Responsible for generating accurate consolidated financial statements.
  • Suggests ways to improve current business processes and actively utilizes Workday Community.
  • Develops and maintains an effective internal control structure.
  • Assists with preparation of the Form 990 and performs research on tax issues as needed.
  • Assists with the interpretation and implementation of new accounting standards.
  • Performs ad hoc assignments / special projects involving detailed research.
  • Prepares and reviews general ledger entries.
  • Performs and reviews general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Generates reports from the general ledger accounting system.
  • Develops and maintains supporting documentation for all aspects of job functions.
  • Stays abreast of new accounting standards and relevant regulatory updates.
  • Will, on occasion, be required to work overtime.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting is required. Master's Degree in Accounting preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years accounting experience required.
  • Healthcare accounting or reporting experience preferred.
  • Advanced Excel Skills.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.


Annual Compensation Range $73,611.20 - $117,790.40

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Post End Date
Jul 20, 2026

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