SCA Accounting Assistant

Suncoast Community Health Centers•Brandon, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for composing and preparing various reports for the finance department, collecting and recording funds, preparing and reconciling daily deposits, and updating student receivable records. This role also involves reconciling bank statements, assisting with monthly close activities, and preparing financial reports for various stakeholders. The assistant will maintain accurate financial records, communicate with students regarding outstanding balances, provide financial aid guidance, and ensure compliance with regulations and internal controls. Additionally, the role requires attending school functions to oversee fund collection and collaborating with administration to support financial management.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Must be able to effectively manage workflow and maintain high-quality standards
Must show initiative in environments where staffing levels may be below ideal, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate with the team under pressure
Must be able to work independently to meet deadlines
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple assignments with deadlines
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Skill in using office equipment like computers, copiers, fax machines, telephones, and calculators
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
High school diploma or equivalent
Three years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting

Responsibilities

Compose and prepare various reports for the finance department
Collect, receive, and accurately record funds from all revenue sources
Prepare and reconcile daily deposits, ensuring all cash, checks, and electronic payments are properly documented and deposited in a timely manner
Ensure student receivable records are updated for enrollments, status changes, payments, and scholarship awards in a timely manner
Reconcile bank statements
Assist with monthly close activities and the preparation of financial reports for leadership, the Board of Directors, partners, auditors, the Department of Education, and accrediting agencies
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with organizational policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Maintain regular communication with students regarding outstanding account balances through verbal correspondence and invoicing
Provide financial aid guidance and resources to students
Maintain confidentiality of financial records, student account information, donor information and other data
Ensure compliance with internal controls, donor restrictions, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing nonprofit organizations
Attend school functions, fundraising activities, and special events to oversee the secure collection, reconciliation, and documentation of event-related funds
Collaborate with administration to support sound financial management and the organization's mission
Perform additional administrative tasks as needed to support the billing department