Accountant III

The Accountant III performs advanced accounting functions, including complex journal entries, financial analysis, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and preparing financial statements. The Accountant III works closely with senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, improve internal controls, and optimize financial processes.

• Prepares and records complex journal entries, including revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, deferred revenue, capital expenditures, lease accounting, and accruals.
• Conducts detailed account reconciliations for cash, investments, fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assists in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Performs financial analysis and variance reporting, identifying trends and providing recommendations for process improvements.
• Develops and maintains internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
• Supports budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling and analyzing financial data, assisting in variance analysis, and providing financial insights to leadership.
• Works closely with auditors by preparing financial documentation, schedules, and reconciliations for internal and external audits.
• Ensures compliance with tax regulations, including sales tax, property tax, and other financial reporting requirements.
• Collaborates with finance, operations, and leadership teams to optimize financial processes, improve efficiencies, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior accountants, ensuring knowledge-sharing and best practices across the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field preferred
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis required
• Experience in healthcare accounting, financial operations, or audit within a facility-based or corporate setting preferred

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges

Community Health Systems is a leading healthcare organization that provides high-quality patient care and innovative healthcare solutions. We are committed to providing our employees with a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth.