Accounting Specialist II

Seward Community Health Center is seeking a PT (20-25 hours per week) in-person Accounting Specialist II to work with our finance team! This position starts at $23-$26/hour depending on experience. 

This position is eligible to earn PTO and qualifies for some other benefits according to policy. See HR for details. 

Duties and Responsibilities

The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of the required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope and of the position.

• Performs accounting activities in accordance with policies developed by the Board of Directors and in compliance with state and federal regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Prepares documents and handles confidential matters in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and organization’s policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains highly organized filing systems in accordance with SCHC policy, and State and Federal regulations and performs regular internal audits & reviews.
• Performs routine accounting activities in financial systems including accounts payable, and non-patient accounts receivable.
• Tracks and prepare invoices for payment including creating check requests, obtaining approvals, following up on discrepancies, and preparing check packets.
• Checks, processes and distributes mail for SCHC.
• Prepares and makes bank deposits for SCHC.  
• Tracks company credit card charges and reconciles monthly statements.
• Meets routine month-end accounting deadlines accurately and on schedule.
• Downloads monthly finance and payroll related reports and maintains electronic and hardcopy records.
• Assists CFO with special projects including audit review/preparation, and annual 401k regulatory mailings.
• Researches and obtains quotes for non-standard supplies and equipment; performs complex ordering processes and vendor management.
• Ensures vendor invoices are received and paid timely with proper documentation, coding, and approvals.
• Initiates policy and procedure improvements and creates/implements position workflows.
• Performs general administrative duties including filing, photocopying, faxing, mailing, scanning, arranging travel, preparing expense reports, etc.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree or industry standard business certification preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience required. Prefer experience in a non-profit organization, community health center or other health care environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe required.
• Experience with accounting, websites, and other custom software systems, preferred

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to self-manage with minimal supervision. 
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• High attention to detail required.   
• High level of professionalism dealing with confidential and sensitive issues for diverse audiences. 
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

SCHC is an equal opportunity employer.