Accountant IV

Join UCLA Health as an Accountant IV in Medical Center Financial Services and take on a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of one of the nation's leading health systems. Under the direction of the Senior General Accounting Manager, you will provide high-level technical accounting support to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare monthly journal entries for both the University and Medical Center general ledgers.
• Analyze expense variances and process accrual and adjustment entries as needed.
• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Support the monthly budget variance reporting process.
• Lead the annual inventory count and valuation.
• Assist with implementation of new systems and tools, accounts payable check writing, and both interim and annual audits.

We're seeking a detail-oriented and experienced accounting professional with:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), ERP systems, and common desktop/web tools.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and financial transaction systems.
• Ability to research and recommend appropriate accounting treatments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments.
• CPA certification.Preferred.