Staff Accountant - On-Site Position

at  SAN DIEGO AMERICAN INDIAN HEALTH CENTER

FUTURE SDAIHC – SAN DIEGO AMERICAN INDIAN HEALTH CENTER

Summary: Process accounts payable, receivable, prepare reconciliations on a monthly basis, month end close, and back up to Senior Accountant and Payroll & Benefits Specialist. Position is in office, Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience: Sufficient training and experience is required to demonstrate the ability to perform the above duties and responsibilities and to attain the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

• Required Education: Degree in Finance or Accounting or a related field
• Preferred Education: Bachelor in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Healthcare
• Required Experience: 1-3 years of experience working in accounting function
• Preferred Experience: previous experience working in FQHC, grant funded nonprofit organization

Additional requirements as listed below:

• Commitment to working in the Native American and surrounding community
• Commitment to community health care
• Familiarity with community health clinics and/or Indian Health Clinics preferred

Language Skills: Able to read and comprehend at a college level; able to communicate professionally in person and in writing.
Reasoning Ability: Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Apply logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative approaches, solutions or conclusions in order to effectively resolve problems. Strong character and use of discretion with highly confidential information. Regularly takes the initiative to recognize problems and clearly explain potential solutions.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software, Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation.

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently lift, carry, push, pull objects, including bodily motion
• Moving on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly from one work site to another
• Substantial movements of the wrists, hands and or/fingers to operate computer and other office equipment such as telephones and printers
• Occasionally ascend/descend stairs to access different departments

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Highly dependable team player with positive and enthusiastic attitude. Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment where adapting to change is necessary.
Acknowledgement: The San Diego American Indian Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class, political affiliation, or belief.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified American Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC Section 472).

DISCLAIMER

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects managements’ assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processes all received invoices for payment, including verifying amounts for accuracy, confirming approval by appropriate personnel, printing checks and obtaining signatures
• Ensures new vendors set up and vetted
• Prepares annual 1099’s
• Assist with operating budget preparation
• Prepare and submit annual financial reports to regulatory agency
• Prepare and book journal entries for month-end close, including depreciation, prepaid expenses, and other accruals
• Prepare various account reconciliation schedules
• Assist with year-end audit preparation for internal and external audits
• Assist with cash receipts and bank deposits
• Perform work in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Act as a resource to others on Ad hoc projects
• Work cross-functionally with department management and others to improve workflow
• Document procedures as needed.
• Provide required information on time and with a high degree of accuracy and transparency
• Ability to work independently and multi-task, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively; excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong PC skills, including solid experience with standard Microsoft products, especially Excel
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, clients, members, providers and customers
  Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

Education and/or Experience: Sufficient training and experience is required to demonstrate the ability to perform the above duties and responsibilities and to attain the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

• Required Education: Degree in Finance or Accounting or a related field
• Preferred Education: Bachelor in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Healthcare
• Required Experience: 1-3 years of experience working in accounting function
• Preferred Experience: previous experience working in FQHC, grant funded nonprofit organizatio

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation.

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently lift, carry, push, pull objects, including bodily motion
• Moving on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly from one work site to another
• Substantial movements of the wrists, hands and or/fingers to operate computer and other office equipment such as telephones and printers
• Occasionally ascend/descend stairs to access different department