• Job Description

  Req#: 732929
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  Western MA Hospital, operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, provides exceptional care for adults with multiple disabilities. As an 87-bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility specializing in long-term acute care, we understand the unique needs of our diverse patient population.

  We are seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day activities of our Accounting Department. Your primary responsibility will be to provide effective leadership, guidance, and unwavering support to our dedicated accounting team. Together, we ensure accurate and timely payment processing, maintaining a seamless flow of financial transactions. You will be instrumental in the requisition and inventory process within Meditech, a critical component of our operational efficiency.

  Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

  Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

  · Provide effective leadership, guidance, and support to the accounting team.

  · Oversee accurate and timely payment processing.

  · Assist with requisition and inventory processes in Meditech.

  · Utilize Commonwealth Information Warehouse (CIW) reports for financial data analysis.

  · Compile and analyze data for annual Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) reports.

  · Prepare documentation for Cost Reporting as requested.

  · Reconcile variances through collaboration with key stakeholders.

  · Maintain and balance encumbrances to meet hospital needs; notify purchasing of any variances or needs.

  · Ensure departmental policies in Policy Tech are current and accurate.

  · Attend relevant trainings and mandatory meetings.

  · Monitor and approve staff time, including requests for time off and bi-weekly payroll reporting.

  Required Qualifications:
  
  

  · Knowledge of the principles, practices, and terminology of accounting.

  · Skilled in reading and interpreting documents such as financial reports, accounts, and ledgers.

  · Strong analytical capability to assess and determine the relevance of accounting data, draw informed conclusions, and provide suitable recommendations.

  · Familiarity with understanding, applying, and explaining the laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing assigned unit activities.

  · Proven ability to maintain precise records and execute mathematical calculations to resolve accounting challenges.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  · Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  · CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation or equivalent certification.

  · Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role within an accounting department.

  · Proficiency in using financial software and accounting systems, including Meditech and Commonwealth Information Warehouse (CIW).

  · Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience preparing GAAP reports.

  · Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data.

  · Experience in cost reporting and familiarity with healthcare accounting practices.

  · Proven track record of effectively managing and developing a team of accounting professionals.

  · Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey financial information to diverse stakeholders.

  · Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and precision in financial reporting and analysis.

  · Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

  About Western MA Hospital:

  The Western Massachusetts Hospital is the only public hospital operating in the western region of Massachusetts with a mission to serve as a medical safety net for many uninsured and under-insured residents in the region. Western Massachusetts Hospital provides both acute and chronic hospital care to patients with a variety of chronic diseases and complicated medical conditions, such as:

  · Cardiac and pulmonary disease

  · Chronic neurological disorders

  · Complications of strokes

  · Dementia with major behavioral issues

  · End stage terminal illnesses of various diagnoses

  Consider joining our dynamic team of health care professionals in a work environment that provides high staff to patient ratio and delivers high quality care to all patients on all units. Enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services in a long-term care setting where familiar faces are the norm rather than the exception.

  
  Learn more: https://www.mass.gov/locations/western-massachusetts-hospital

  About the Department of Public Health:

  The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.
  
  DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems.

  Pre-Offer Process:

  A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

  Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines

  Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

  If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

  For questions, please contact Human Resources at 413-784-9339.

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  First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

  Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) two years must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

  Substitutions:

  I. An Associate's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

  II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

  III. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

  *Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

  NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.
  

  COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.

  Comprehensive Benefits

  When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

  Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

  The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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