This Position is for a Staff Accountant with a company located in Meridian.

　　Job Summary: This job prepares financial reports, performs financial analysis, performs month-end functions and reviews variances. Completes special projects as assigned by department leadership and participates in quality improvement initiatives to improve work processes and customer satisfaction. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

　　Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares financial reports. Performs month-end functions. Completes special projects and other duties as assigned. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

　　Education and Qualifications: Required -- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field. Required 2 years of experience working with little supervision Bachelor's degree will be accepted in lieu of required experience Preferred Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals. Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to be self directed. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

　　Physical and Environmental Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

　　  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sedentary Work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

　　Benefits: We understand that work is a significant part of your life---but it's not the only part. That's why we offer benefits that help address practically every part of your life and help you be your best self. With unlimited growth potential, both professionally and personally, now is the time to start your future with Ochsner.

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