Staff Accountant at Cherry County Hospital – Valentine, Nebraska

Job title: Payroll Staff Accountant

Position: 40 hours per week

Wage: Competitive wage based on experience

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Cherry County Hospital located in Valentine NE is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Staff Accountant to support our finance team and help ensure the financial strength of our organization. If you enjoy a mix of accounting responsibilities in a collaborative healthcare setting, this could be a great fit for you.

• Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll
• Prepare journal entries and maintain account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Support audits by gathering documentation and providing insight
• Help track fixed assets and manage depreciation schedules
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial, payroll, and patient information
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate with the Controller and broader team on daily operations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort working with accounting systems and office technology
• Professional communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Knowledge of confidentiality standards, including HIPAA
• A courteous, team-oriented approach with a commitment to excellence

• Comfortable, office setting
• Primarily sedentary work with regular computer and phone use
• Occasional lifting and routine office movement
• Frequent interaction and collaboration with team members

We take care of our team so they can take care of others:

• 100% Employee-Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Co-pay or HSA options)
• $50,000 Life Insurance with AD&D
• Long-Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Supplemental insurance options (Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and more)
• Retirement Plan (457) with Pre-Tax and Roth options

• Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven healthcare team
• Enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment
• Take advantage of competitive pay and outstanding benefits
• Live and work in the beautiful Nebraska Sandhills, offering a unique lifestyle and strong sense of community

Make a difference behind the scenes in healthcare. Join Cherry County Hospital and help support exceptional patient care in our community.

We’d love to hear from you—apply today!

• Associate’s degree in accounting required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience in the accounting field, preferred
• 1 to 3 years of customer service and/or business office experience, ideally in a medical setting preferred
• Prior experience and knowledge in the use of software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Windows