Accountant

UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!

We are currently seeking an Accountant who will perform a variety of accounting functions in support of the daily operations of the finance department including general ledger activity, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and support of operational accounting processes such as cash, billing, and accounts receivable. They will play a key role in the month-end and year-end close processes, assists in preparation of financial statements and key performance indicators (KPIs), and provides backup support across accounting functions as needed.

UCFS Hours of Operation: Open 8:00am - 7:00pm; Hours Vary By Day & Location

Expected Schedule: FT, 40 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Essential Responsibilities -

• Assist with the monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Perform account reconciliations (e.g., cash, bank accounts, prepaids, deferred revenue, and other balance sheet accounts).
• Record and reconcile cash activity, including bank deposits and transactions.
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support development and reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Why UCFS?

Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered

Other Skills & Abilities

• Experience with accounting or ERP systems (Experience with Acumatica preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups) and Teams skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to verify accuracy of work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.