Accountant - Emhs
Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (Southern/Portland, Maine)

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Key Responsibilities
Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (EMHS) is seeking a qualified person to fill the position of Accountant. EMHS provides financial services to a variety of non-profit affiliates and the Accountant will be a key member of the service team for Blue Hill Memorial Hospital and other EMHS Affiliates. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Accountant is responsible for the preparation of journal entries, analyses, financial statements and reports, general and subsidiary ledgers. The Accountant will ensure all assets and liabilities are reconciled in conjunction with each month end closure. This includes reconciling bank account, completing cash-flow statements, assisting with yearly budget and audit, and completing annual tax returns. They must be able to perform a variety of duties ranging from direct involvement in various analyses, to coordination of accounting procedures within the various EMHS organizations.



Job Requirements
The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree with a concentration in Accounting or Business Management preferred, or four years of experience in the accounting field. Healthcare experience is desired. This person must also possess technical and professional accounting skills and be detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both oral and written. In addition to demonstrating the ability to work well with diverse people, the candidate must be flexible and able to react to changing priorities. The candidate must also have a working knowledge of personal computers, related software (Excel, Word, etc.) and computerized accounting software (two years of Lawson preferred). Candidates should be committed to the position and EMHS, and willing to put in the time necessary to meet the needs of customers. The position may require occasional travel to Blue Hill.