Accountant II

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

2d•$70,304 - $88,751

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is seeking an Accountant II to perform accounting tasks involving analysis and reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts and accounting programs, and to ensure their accuracy. The role is highly involved in internal and external audits, provides guidance and leadership to lower-level accounting staff, and serves as a liaison to internal and external customers. Specific duties may vary depending on assignment. The Accountant II may provide high-level support for accounting functions such as budget preparation, grant management, budget proposals, and resource utilization. The position is regular, full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 823 Gateway Center Way, San Diego, California.

Requirements

Five years of accounting experience.
A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the essential duties and meets any required state or federal certification requirements.
Depending on assignment, three years of specific functional accounting experience may be required, such as grant accounting, payroll, or budgets.
Valid California driver's license, an automobile, proof of minimum car insurance required under California law, and an acceptable driving record.
Occasional travel between sites and other locations is required.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to medically underserved people.

Responsibilities

Communicate with internal and external customers, follow up on questions and discrepancies, and act as a liaison between Accounting and internal customers.
Conduct in-depth analysis, reviews, and audits of assigned programs, processes, or accounting functions, such as payroll, accounts payable, or grants.
Review financial reports to identify errors, misstatements, and unrecorded transactions; maintain documentation and promptly resolve issues.
Guide lower-level staff in resolving issues and work with internal departments and external customers to research and resolve discrepancies.
Coordinate external audits, prepare audit schedules, liaise with internal customers and external auditors or customers, and research and prepare audit materials.
Gather and compile data from multiple sources; prepare, distribute, and maintain periodic and ad-hoc reports; identify and correct errors, misstatements, or unrecorded transactions.
Prepare journal, payroll, and/or general ledger entries; maintain supporting documentation; and ensure timely payments and remittances.
Ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations and departmental standards.
Review entries prepared by lower-level staff for accuracy and timeliness.
Provide high-level support for accounting functions, potentially including budget preparation, grant management, budget proposals, and resource utilization.
Perform other duties as assigned.