Accountant I

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Accountant I

Msu Hci Clinical Services 40001137

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Accountant I

• East Lansing, Michigan, United States
• Msu Hci Clinical Services 40001137
• Area of Interest: Financial/Accounting
• Area of Interest: Health Care Professional
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
• Group: Administrative Professionals- AP
• Union/Non-Union: Union

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• Support Staff
• Opening on: Nov 11 2026
• Closing at: Nov 17 2026 - 23:55 EST
• 11
• Salary Commensurate with Experience
• Msu Hci Clinical Services
• 1179319

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Position Summary

The accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements. This position supports the organization\'s financial operations through the timely processing and analysis of financial transactions, assisting with budgeting activities, and contributing to month-end and year-end closing processes. The accountant works collaboratively with department leaders and other stakeholders to ensure financial integrity and support sound business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Perform accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash transactions duties as assigned
• Provides information to others on University and Departmental operational and accounting procedures and policies
• Generate and analyze financial reports for management review.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audit activities by providing requested documentation and analysis.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Provide financial information and support to management and operational departments.
• Process and analyze healthcare-related financial transactions.
• Support reimbursement, revenue cycle, and provider compensation reporting.
• Assist with grant accounting and compliance requirements.
• Monitor departmental budgets and expenditures.
• Prepare financial analyses to support operational and strategic decision-making within the healthcare environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Accounting; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in financial statement and report preparation, general ledger accounting and budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Internal controls and compliance
• Time management and organization
• Written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong customer service orientation

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover letter

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

HTTPS://HEALTHCARE.MSU.EDU/

The Bidding Eligibility ends on 11/17/2026 at 11:55 PM

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Categories Area of Interest: Financial/AccountingArea of Interest: Health Care ProfessionalFull Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)Group: Administrative Professionals- APUnion/Non-Union: Union

Area of Interest: Financial/Accounting

Area of Interest: Health Care Professional

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)

Group: Administrative Professionals- AP

Union/Non-Union: Union

Employment Type Support Staff

Support Staff

Locations East Lansing, Michigan, United States

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Unit Msu Hci Clinical Services

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