Accountant - Radiation Oncology

DescriptionPenn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Job Title: Accountant Department: Radiation Oncology Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania- 3400 Spruce St (hybrid model - 3 days in office and 2 days offsite) Hours: Full Time Summary: • This accounting role will have a large focus on the accounts payable and Hospital contracts with vendors in the department. This role will be performing basic accounting functions related to monthly financial close and various analytics. This position will work under the supervision of the Accounting Manager and will support operational staff at varying management levels with general accounting and budgeting needs. Responsibilities: • Process and maintain accounts payable for the dept and ensure vendors are paid in timely manner. • Maintain a schedule of contracts to be paid to vendors and ensure that payments are reconciled and paid. • Assist in monthly close and process journal entries. Prepare variance explanations along with analytics of KPI’s in the department • Provide general financial support and training for financial systems such as Lawson, Hyperion, Smart View and Essbase. • Develop analytical reports, as requested. • Prepare and perform quarterly reports and budget tasks. • Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures • Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization Credentials: Education or Equivalent Experience: • Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: Accounting/Finance • And 1+ years in Accounting and/or budget preparation experience We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.