Staff Accountant

ABOUT THE POSITION

Our Finance team is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to help ensure the organization’s resources are managed efficiently and effectively. Reporting to the Controller, this position requires a professional, highly skilled, organized, problem solver who can effectively interact and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.

Providing a comfortable, supportive community for parents and children in times of crisis is central to our mission. Preferred candidates will have attention to detail, and strong organizational skills coupled with a customer service focus and the ability to maintain data confidentiality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Third party Billing /Receivables:

• Oversee the organization’s third-party billing and receivable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of claim authorizations and the timely processing of invoices and receipts.


• Monitor and reconcile authorizations and submitted invoices, investigate, and resolve any discrepancies.


• Work effectively with third party payers to maximize claim authorizations.


• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate documentation and information for claim authorizations.


• Maintain atmosphere of respect and confidentiality for patients and families.

General Accounting:

• Reconcile operating bank account monthly


• Manage IT asset/inventory


• Manage gift card assets


• Collaborate with the finance team to develop and implement efficient accounting processes and procedures.


• Assist with preparation for external audits.


• Maintain internal controls and safeguards for revenue receipts, expenditures, and financial records.

Cash Receipts and Disbursements:

• Process bank deposits and post cash receipts to the general ledger in a timely and accurate manner.


• Review all cash and bank postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with fundraising guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance.

Prior Work Experience:

• At least three years of general ledger accounting experience required.


• Interest in and/or understanding of the nonprofit community.

Technical Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and understanding of management accounting methods.


• Comfort with technology; experience working with various computer and financial programs and platforms.


• Excellent Excel skills.

Other:

• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple deadlines


• Excellent organizational skills


• Strong attention to detail


• Mature level of judgement and decision making in a changing environment.


• Well-developed oral and written communication skills with a customer friendly, responsive attitude for both internal and external stakeholders.


• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and an ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Job description is for informational purposes only. Additional duties consistent with the responsibility level may be assigned.

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