Accounting Manager, Foundation Administration

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

JOB DETAILS
Department: Foundation Administration
FTE: 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Shift(s): Days
Shift Length: 8 hours
Location: Hybrid

Purpose of this position: Manages the organization's financial operations through effective oversight of financial processing and related controls, reporting and auditing, and corresponding staff..

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Approves ledger entries, audits transactions, and reviews reconciliations and account support to ensure accuracy of ledger records
• Develops and prepares reports and financial information / documentation, including reports of analysis, audit or other findings and recommendations, for various level of management
• Develops, supervises, and reviews the work of professional direct reports in a fair and objective manner. Assists in training of staff and ensuring their continued knowledge of applicable systems and processes. Assists with hiring of staff and strategic planning for departmental objectives
• Ensures continual enhancement and subsequent monitoring of accounting systems, audit programs, and procedures for efficiency and accuracy
• Analyzes and reviews organizational results by offering solutions or recommendations for resolving issues that arise
• Assists in developing budgets and in preparing recommendations for future enhancements
• Ensures accurate and timely preparation of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and relative policies and procedures, as well as industry best practices
• Recommends improvement to general accounting activities so as to ensure compliance with governmental and organizational procedures and policies, and adaption of standardized and automated processes to also ensure the most efficient and effective operations
• Supports annual audit and drives appropriate outcomes in an timely manner that is accurate and ethical
• Assists with ensuring organizational compliance with all application taxation and related reporting
• Maintains financial security by adhering to internal controls. Implements new controls when opportunity is identified
• Continually maintains relative knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
• Supervises every aspect of the accounting function, including but not limited to; cash management, benefit plan financial oversight, external and internal audits, payor settlements, Revenue, AR and related reserves, Tax
• Maintains the oversight of the organization's capital asset processes and procedures
• Oversees the exchange of data between the accounting system and systems that interface with the general ledger or require reconciliation
• Performs other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting or Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or similar specialty area related to the duties of the position
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with financial reporting / general ledger accounting
• Must have experience in handling high level review of accounting transactions

-OR-

• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in financial reporting / general ledger accounting
• CPA

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Ability to detect and avoid errors in preparing and reviewing financial reports
• Must be able to carry out defined policies and procedures
• Must have ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management, due to confidential nature of information, must be of sound character
• Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of financial reporting system
• Demonstrates initiative and follow through
• Dependable, ethical, and enthusiastic
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, building relationships and fostering a positive and diverse workplace culture and building cohesive teams
• Able to positively respond to deadlines
• Maintains a positive demeanor
• Able to work independently, and navigate an ever-changing environment

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.