Cash Management Accountant

Company Overview:

Public Health Solutions (PHS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit community-based organization (CBO) that has existed for 70 years to improve health equity and address health-related social needs (HRSN) for historically underserved marginalized communities. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.

PHS administers WholeYouNYC (WYNYC), a coordinated community resource network that builds trustworthy and reliable pathways between healthcare providers, health plans and CBOs providing critical resources in the community that address the social drivers of health. WYNYC brings together over 100 organizations offering various programs – such as food, housing, employment, health insurance, and sexual health services – across all five boroughs. These services and programs make it possible for New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives and ultimately reduce health disparities and advance health equity. To date, our network has already impacted thousands of lives through community partnerships and referrals, generating millions in estimated healthcare savings.

New York State (NYS) recently announced the availability of $500M statewide to support Social Care Network (SCN) lead entities responsible for coordinating social care delivery in various regions across the state. Public Health Solutions (PHS) and our WYNYC network were awarded the role of regional SCN for Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.

This is a grant-funded position ending March 31, 2027.

Position Summary:

We seek an experienced Accountant–Cash Management responsible for managing and monitoring the organization’s cash flow, banking activities, and short-term investments to ensure liquidity and optimize financial performance. This role works closely with the Director of Cash Management & Accounting Operations to reconcile accounts, to assist in preparing cash flow, and maintain strong internal controls. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience in nonprofit financial management.

Specifically, the Accountant Cash Management will:

• Monitor daily cash for all bank accounts.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecast to support financial planning.
• Reconcile bank accounts, investment accounts, and other cash related accounts monthly.
• Process bank transfers, EFT payments and other cash-related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries related to cash and banking.
• Work with Accounts Payable and SCN Team to manage cash disbursements.
• Assist in preparing reports for Audits and external stakeholders.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field and/or equivalent
• 3 years of accounting experience or equivalent, preferably in cash management or nonprofit accounting.
• Proficiency with accounting software Intacct and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Reports To:

Director of Cash Management & Accounting Operations

Direct Reports:

The position has no direct reports.

Benefits:

• Hybrid Work Schedule.

• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.

• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.

• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.

• 403(b) employer matching and discretionary company contributions.

• College Savings Plan.

• Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.

We look forward to learning more about you!

PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA individuals, and veterans.