Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Unapplied Cash Reconciliation Analyst supports our accounting and revenue cycle operations and is responsible for the daily and monthly reconciliation of unapplied cash activity, ensuring accuracy between the general ledger and subledger, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented and analytical, bringing strong reconciliation experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Monitors daily comparisons of unapplied cash deposits recorded in the general ledger to the subledger.
- Monitors daily comparisons of unapplied cash payments recorded in the general ledger to the subledger.
- Reviews daily comparisons of miscellaneous general ledger journal entries to the subledger.
- Performs monthly reconciliation of the unapplied cash general ledger account to the subledger.
- Investigates aged and high‑dollar reconciling items and coordinates resolution with functional teams.
- Assesses month‑end and year‑end balances, including comparisons to subledger activity.
- Proposes month‑end and year‑end adjustments as needed.
- Evaluates financial controls and mapping related to unapplied cash and patient accounting system postings.
- Assesses the impact of facility, general ledger, patient accounting system, and banking changes on unapplied cash.
- Meets regularly with Cash Posting, Treasury, IT, and other functional areas to review activity, unusual items, and process changes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Unapplied Cash Reconciliation Analyst to support our accounting and revenue cycle operations. This role is responsible for daily and monthly reconciliation of unapplied cash activity, ensuring accuracy between the general ledger and subledger, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Accounting Software, Cash Reconciliations, Cross-Functional Communications, Department Liaison, Detail-Oriented, Financial Analysis, General Ledger (GL), General Ledger Analysis, General Ledger Review, Healthcare Industry, Methodical Problem Solving, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving Approach, Tableau (Software)
Grade
G13
Salary Range
$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.