Senior Accountant - Healthcare Industry

AuditFriendly Careers • Columbus, GA • Full Time • $54,000–$86,300 / year

Posted on Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Benefits: Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Paid Time Off. Must-Haves:

Bachelor degree in Accounting
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
A minimum of 5 years of experience as an accountant or similar role in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records specific to healthcare transactions.
Record and categorize healthcare-related financial transactions, such as patient billing, insurance reimbursements, and vendor payments.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Collaborate with healthcare management to develop and monitor budgets for various departments.
Provide financial forecasts considering healthcare industry trends, patient volumes, and regulatory changes.

Healthcare Billing and Reimbursement:

Oversee billing processes, ensuring accurate and timely submission of claims to insurance providers.
Monitor reimbursement activities, identifying discrepancies and addressing them to maximize revenue.

Compliance:

Ensure compliance with healthcare industry regulations, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
Stay informed about changes in healthcare laws and regulations affecting financial practices.

Cost Accounting:

Implement and maintain cost accounting systems to track and analyze healthcare-related costs.
Work with department heads to analyze and control expenses while maintaining quality patient care.

Financial Reporting in Healthcare:

Audit Support:

Coordinate and support internal and external audits specific to healthcare compliance.
Provide necessary documentation and explanations during audits.

Healthcare Grant Management:

Manage financial aspects of grants, ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
Track and report on the financial impact of grants on healthcare operations.

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