Accountant 2 - #304212

VITAS Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, operating in multiple states and serving patients and families with compassion, dignity, and excellence. Our Finance team plays a critical role in supporting clinical and operational leaders by ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting across a complex healthcare environment.

The Accountant II supports key accounting functions including general ledger activities, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close processes. This role works closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure accurate financial records, compliance with GAAP, and adherence to internal controls within a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including variance analysis and resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and ad-hoc analyses for Finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
• Collaborate with department leaders and operational teams to research and resolve accounting questions, discrepancies, and reporting issues.
• Maintain and support internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audit activities, including preparation of schedules, documentation, and responses to audit inquiries.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within automated accounting and reporting systems.
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the Finance function.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• The qualified candidate will have five to seven years of progressive accounting experience with a strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Healthcare industry experience is preferred.
• The ideal candidate can manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail, and communicates professionally—both verbally and in writing—with department leaders, coworkers, and external vendors.
• Proficiency with automated financial systems and standard business software, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word, is required.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent) is required.
• A Master’s degree and/or CPA certification is preferred.