Accountant (ON-SITE MA/NH residents)

Community Health Connections•Fitchburg, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant / Financial Analyst assists the VP of Finance in preserving the Health Center’s tangible and intangible assets and finances, and reporting them to responsible parties on time and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The role works independently with minimal supervision and plans, coordinates, and carries out the tasks needed to meet its responsibilities. This is an on-site position for applicants residing in Massachusetts or New Hampshire. The role assists with the monthly closing process and other accounting and finance duties. Responsibilities include administering grants and contracts, maintaining accounting records and reconciliations, preparing reports and filings, supporting audits, and managing fixed assets and prepaid expenses. The position also supports grant program directors and helps ensure grant requirements, timelines, and spending periods are followed. The Accountant / Financial Analyst is expected to manage a deadline-driven workload, uphold the Health Center’s mission and values, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, with a major in Accounting or Finance.
2 to 5 years of applicable accounting experience; grants and payroll experience preferred.
Prior experience in a nonprofit setting, preferably healthcare.
Advanced computer skills, including strong Excel spreadsheet and database management skills.
Demonstrated experience with administrative policies and practices.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and plan, coordinate, and carry out job responsibilities.
Ability to work as a team player and handle sensitive information confidentially.
Proactive, analytical problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in reading and writing English.
Accounting knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Ability to use a computer and familiarity with business software programs.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to sit for extended periods.
Ability to self-transport to local meetings and other CHC sites, and travel out of state for conferences or other health- or health-center-related events.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grants and payroll.
Prior experience in a nonprofit setting, preferably healthcare.

Responsibilities

Assist the VP of Finance with monthly closing and other accounting and finance duties.
Manage grants and contracts, including budgets, accounting, and reporting.
Work with Grant Program Directors to ensure they understand grant requirements and timelines.
Participate in meetings related to grant and contract administration.
Work with the Grants Manager to ensure funds are spent within the grant period.
Maintain grant staffing allocations.
Prepare the financial portions of the annual UDS report related to grants and other income.
Produce General Ledger reports as needed.
Complete assigned monthly 340B self-audits by the 25th of the month.
Assist with the annual year-end audit and applicable site audits.
Complete annual filings for CHC Holdings, including the IRS 990, MA PC, and 3ABC report.
Prepare monthly standard journal entries and supporting schedules as needed.
Prepare and update monthly balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations in a timely manner.
Maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger and depreciation schedules, prepare fixed asset journal entries, and reconcile the sub-ledger to the general ledger.
Manage prepaid expense and insurance accounts and their recurring journal entries.
Manage workload to produce high-quality work on time in a deadline-driven environment.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Demonstrate commitment to the Health Center mission, established CHC values, and standards.