Senior Accountant

Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to address health, time off, retirement and career-advancement needs.  Benefits available include health insurance (medical/dental/vision), up to 120 hours of vacation time pro-rated by FTE every 12 months, paid sick leave, 10-paid holidays, 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, disability and life insurance, and more! We also offer $0.75/hour for those who test proficiently in a second language.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Controller, the Senior Accountant performs complex and technical accounting functions involving the preparation, maintenance, analysis, and review of financial records, accounts, payroll and financial reports. The position ensures the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial information while establishing and maintaining effective accounting procedures and internal controls.  The Senior Accountant analyzes and interprets financial transactions and records, supports regulatory and financial reporting requirements and promotes compliance with organizational policies, accounting standards, and applicable laws and regulations.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English.
• Effectively communicates orally and in writing.
• Represents the organization in a professional and effective manner to the community.
• Works independently and is self-directed.
• Support motivates and sustains a team-oriented culture.
• Problem-solves with creativity and ingenuity.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks.
• Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations.
• Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
• Produces work in high quantity and quality.
• Financial skills in handling all phases of the accounting cycle which including, but not limited to: Accounts Payable/Receivable, Payroll, reconciliations, journal entries for all account types, month-end/year-end closing, preparation of financial statements and other financial reports.
• Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Excel.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of working with integrated accounting systems.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or in lieu of degree, a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Preferred:

• Master’s in Accounting or Business Administration.

Experience

• Progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably including general ledger, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and payroll accounting (3 years).
• Understanding and practical use of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in processing Payroll (1 year).

Preferred:

• Familiarity with community health centers, medical/dental clinics or practices, hospitals, or other healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with grants.
• Experience with budgeting, including preparation of departmental and/or organizational budgets.

Credentials

Preferred:

• Public Accountant (CPA) certification by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

I.             Job Specific Functions/Performance Expectations

The essential functions and performance expectations described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.  An employee may be required to perform other functions as assigned, which are not listed.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions and performance expectations.

A.  Job Specific Functions/Performance:

1. Maintains accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with CHC’s policies and procedures, and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Standards and regulatory agencies.
2. Coordinates and prepares internal and external financial statements.
3. Coordinates activities of external auditors.
4. Coordinates activities of external tax return preparers.
5. Assists in preparation of departmental and organizational budgets.
6. Performs financial analysis and special projects, as assigned.
7. Provides management with vital financial information to assist in the decision-making process.
8. Responds to requests for information from other departments within the agency.
9. Assesses current accounting operations, offers recommendations for improvement, and implements new processes.
10. Reviews and/or prepares monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
11. Evaluates accounting and internal control systems.
12. Participates in Treasury functions.
13. Assists with Revenue recognition, tracking and reconciliation
14. Assists with Grants Management and prepares grant specific reports.
15. Adheres to attendance standards in order to perform the job functions for daily operations and/or continuity of patient care.

CHC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA)/At-will employer.