Financial Accounting Specialist- MCVP Neurology- Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Jun 30, 2025
This role will support the MCVP Neurology Department by managing day-to-day financial transactions, reconciling accounts, processing invoices and reimbursements, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures. They will help maintain accurate financial records, assist with budget tracking, and support audits or financial reviews, contributing to the department's overall financial accuracy and efficiency. A strong emphasis will be placed on customer service-ensuring that faculty and staff receive timely, helpful support-and on training others to become more self-sufficient in key financial processes. It is critical that this team member understands the dual structure of the institutions we support and can navigate both effectively to ensure seamless coordination and compliance. We are seeking an experienced accounting/finance specialist, preferably with healthcare experience, who can truly hit the ground running with our team. This individual should have a strong understanding of JVs, the ability to think critically and independently about expenses when doing reconciliations, and be highly organized and attentive to detail. The Financial Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the Financial Accounting function to include but not limited to month-end closing processing, general ledger review and reconcilement, tracking cash activities from bank statements, reports and/or daily cash transactions. The Financial Accounting Specialist provides technical assistance to other personnel. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the accounting field. Previous experience with a personal computer and various software applications to include spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc. and automated accounting systems. Experience PREFERRED: Previous general ledger work experience. Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: Associate's Degree in Accounting from an accredited program. Independent action(s) required: Reviews and evaluates transactions to determine compliance with written policies and procedures. Determines account valuations when reconciling balance sheet accounts and proposed adjustments when necessary. Enhances CATS as necessary to accommodate all personnel that are affected by elements of the banking process or front desk collections. Serves as technical and operational resource/contact for areas of expertise or responsibility. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: May require flexibility in work schedule to meet operational needs. Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.