"Accountant"

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Accountant

The Accounting Department at Memorial Sloan Kettering is seeking an Accountant to join our team. We pride ourselves on prioritizing learning and development, and fostering financial stewardship for the institution. Join us today and help make a difference every day!

Role Overview:

• Collect, record, summarize and report accounting transactions consistent with generally accepted accounting principles for healthcare and not-for-profit entities.
• Prepare reports and invoices in line with compliance requirements.
• Assist management with the maintenance of the chart of accounts and sub-systems of the general ledger
• Prepare financial information to be provided to internal and external auditors as well as other regulatory agencies
• Develop, maintain, and distribute ad-hoc reports as needed
• Provide cross coverage assistance to other accountants in the General Accounting department by learning day-to-day functions and act as substitute periodically

Key Qualifications:

• Experience working in Accounting
• Experience with financial reporting and reconciling account discrepancies
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications especially in excel; experience with accounting software application a plus

Core Skills:

• Eager to accept new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and passion.
• Adept at building partnerships and working collaboratively to meet shared objectives and goals.
• Flexible in your approach and demeanor in order to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances.

Additional Information:

• Location: Hybrid; 99% remote with flexibility to come on site a few times a year
• Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday

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Benefits

Pay Range: $61,300.00 - $95,100.00
FSLA Status: Exempt

Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
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