Description

The Senior Accountant will plan, organize, and perform professional level accounting and budget duties; apply generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and procedures in the work performed; work independently with minimal supervision. Learn and interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policies and apply them to specific cases with good judgement. Perform complex analytical studies accurately, timely and draw sound conclusions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; act as a lead worker to other staff in the area. Maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA preferred. 

Experience: 5 years progressively responsible accounting experience. Experience in FQHC and not-for-profit healthcare preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

1. Excellent computer skills required (e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint). 
2. Exceptional customer service, time management and multi-tasking skills required. 
3. Strong interpersonal skills required. 
4. Previous training and/or experience utilizing accounting software. 
5. Knowledge of GAAP and 501(c)(3) accounting parameters. 
6. Competency in all relevant business software and related software, including financial reporting systems. 
7. Ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision. 
8. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with finance department employees and other departments in the organization. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides accurate and timely record-keeping and accounting records in accordance with GAAP, including Uniform Guidance. 
2. Oversees month-end, quarterly and annual processes, including coordinating with other departments as necessary, to ensure general ledger closing, preparing financial statements, account reconciliations and variance analysis. 
3. Establishes and monitors internal controls and implements changes to improve systems. 
4. Maintains chart of accounts. 
5. Coordinates with senior leadership on fundraising and special events. 
6. Coordinates with VP of Finance for grants, financial tracking and reporting. 
7. In cooperation with the VP of Finance, Chief Financial Officer, clinic and program managers and other senior leadership, prepares the annual operating and capital budget and provides ongoing monitoring and reporting of budget variances. 
8. Works with VP of Finance on special projects and the development of standard reports as needed. 
9. Assists and prepares for annual accounting audit. 
10. Assists with Standards of Practice and policy/procedures. 
11. Performs other duties as assigned or as needed.