Accountant IV

Accountant IV | Hybrid/Remote Option - Oregon State Only

Time Type: Full time

Language(s): English

Department:

Posted Date: 10/12/2026

City State: Oregon

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site. The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Bay Area Hospital

1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, OR 97420

Job Description:

Accountant IV | Hybrid/Remote Option - Oregon State Only

Time Type: Full time Hours per Pay Period: 80 Shift: Day Shift

Minimum: $81,155.00 USD Maximum: $115,585.00 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position)

Department:

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description: Accountant IV

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Ensures the integrity of accounting information that is recorded into hospital financial systems.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Ensures the integrity of accounting information that is recorded into hospital financial systems.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares month-end close journal entries
• Assists Controller with monitoring month-end close processes
• Assists Controller with performing initial review of routine JEs during month-end close process
• Reviews journal entries and documentation ensuring accuracy of entries to ledger accounts
• Analyzes actual performance (expenses and revenues) against budgeted performance during month-end close process and makes determination of causes for such budget variances and recommendations for month end accounting accruals
• Monitors and initiates corrections to computerized General Ledger system and performs other routine accounting functions
• Conducts detailed analysis of General Ledger on a monthly basis
• Reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to general ledger
• Prepares formal account reconciliations and assists Controller with performing initial review of general ledger account reconciliations, including cash, investment, equity, liabilities and intercompany accounts identifying potential issues and following up with resolutions
• Assists Controller with annual external audit leading the process and coordinating with external auditors
• Assists Controller with review and approval of banking transactions including money movement
• Applies advanced accounting techniques in order to evaluate existing procedures for recording financial transactions and recommends methods for reducing time and cost of accounting operations
• Assumes Controller’s duties when Controller is out of office
• Prepares, compiles, and reviews financial reports and survey information for external, governmental, and non-governmental reporting
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements
• Conducts special analysis and projects, as assigned, and prepares reports detailing findings for Controller/CFO/CEO review
• Additional duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills, quick learner, and comfortable working in accounting systems
• Works with auditors and coordinates internal and external audit requests
• Advanced Excel knowledge
• Ability to perform monthly close, reporting and audit requests
• Demonstrated proficiency in journal entry preparation, account analysis and variance analysis
• Must work well under pressure and be able to manage tight deadlines
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related conferences, seminars

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• BS in Accounting, Business Administration, or related degree (Associate’s degree with at least 5 years relevant Accounting experience accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree)
• Advanced degree or CPA preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with experience in a hospital setting

• GENERAL INFORMATION

• Union Affiliation: None

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

• Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.

• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.

• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment.

• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.

• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.

• May require off-site travel

• EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

• POSITION SUMMARY

• Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Ensures the integrity of accounting information that is recorded into hospital financial systems.

• PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares month-end close journal entries

• Assists Controller with monitoring month-end close processes

• Assists Controller with performing initial review of routine JEs during month-end close process

• Reviews journal entries and documentation ensuring accuracy of entries to ledger accounts

• Analyzes actual performance (expenses and revenues) against budgeted performance during month-end close process and makes determination of cause