Full Charge Accountant - GRANTS

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.  Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.  As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.  If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

As a key member of the Finance team this position performs the accurate and timely accounting tasks related to general ledger maintenance and reconciliation, grant contract compliance, cost distribution and allocation plan maintenance, financial reporting, and governmental reporting.  This position has the responsibility of ensuring all cost-based transactions follow GAAP and single audit standards. This position maintains and documents procedures by recommending policy and procedure updates that follow industry best practices, FASB accounting standards, and other regulatory and industry guidance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Maintain compliance with current contract requirements and prepare grant program billings, reconciliations, and financial statements for various reporting periods.

• Act as a liaison between external program administrators and internal program directors.

• Reconcile GL accounts and ensure that all entries and transactions are accurate and reported in compliance with relevant accounting standards and government regulations.

• Process and complete monthly closing allocations according to the monthly closing schedule.

• Maintain and reconcile the self-funded medical benefit plan accounting records.

• Assist in coordination of agency audits and outside monitoring. 

• Develop and maintain software reporting functionality for the Finance office. Perform standard and ad hoc reporting using Excel and other application report writers as necessary. Current applications include Abila MIP Fund Accounting, Sage Fixed Assets, and Workday.

• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and corrections. Ensure accuracy of accounting data.

• Assist in preparing year-end and month-end financial statements, including closing journal voucher  

• Assist in developing, updating and implementing departmental policies and procedures. Comply with FBH policies and procedures.

• Serve as the back-up to other Accountants and Accounting Specialists as needed.

• Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with all FBH staff.

• Maintain and enhance customer service to ensure that both external and internal customers of FBH have a positive experience of FBH.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALFIIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

• Five years of accounting experience.

• Some accounting experience may be substituted with applicable healthcare/non-profit experience or additional education.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in healthcare or non-profit.

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must have strong analytical skills.

• Knowledge of and experience using accounting software.

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, is highly desirable.

• This position requires knowledge of GAAP, fixed asset management, general ledger reconciliations, and federal tax reporting. 

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is generally performed in an office setting, which may involve sitting and use of computers for four to eight hours per day.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.

• Work may be performed out of office and travel may be needed to outside areas.

• Blood-borne Pathogen Category IV - No exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $32.29- $39.34

• All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is $32.29 per hour.

Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks 

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.