ACCOUNTING CASH ASSISTANT

BHcare Inc.•Ansonia, CT

1d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Cash Assistant is responsible for maintaining and distributing the representative payee cash fund and ensuring accurate, timely cash transactions across assigned sites. This position works closely with the Rep Payee Accounting Supervisor and Case Managers to support client financial needs, maintain compliance with agency procedures, and uphold high standards of financial accuracy. Regular travel across multiple sites is required, and the role may involve the use of a personal vehicle for company business.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and one year experience in basic accounting and basic computer skills
Must be proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office Word & Outlook.
Must have and maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organization's auto insurance plan.

Responsibilities

Maintain scheduled banking hours for Case Management/Rep Payee clients to access their funds and ensure adequate cash is always available.
Balance the Rep Payee cash fund daily at the close of banking hours, completing the Daily Accounting Cash Reconciliation and Daily Disbursements spreadsheets.
Enter weekly spending journal entries in accounting software.
Obtain all required cash request documentation signed by Rep Payee clients and forward completed paperwork to the Rep Payee Accounting Supervisor.
Communicate any financial issues related to Rep Payee client accounts to Case Managers and the Rep Payee Accounting Supervisor.
Review client account activity and issue the weekly Rep Payee Trial Balance Report.
Make deposits of miscellaneous cash/checks for Rep Payee accounts, record deposits in accounting software, and submit all supporting documents to the North Haven Finance Department.
Collect and deposit remaining funds from employee advance checks and upload all supporting documentation to the Finance Drive.
Collect clinic client copays from the front desk, record and deposit funds, and upload required documentation to the Finance Drive.
Perform banking tasks—including making deposits, cashing Rep Payee replenishment and petty cash replenishment checks, verifying cash totals, and recording activity in the Daily Accounting spreadsheet.
Record checks received at local sites and forward them to the central office, as applicable.
Travel across assigned sites as needed to support Rep Payee and cash‑handling responsibilities.
May be required to use a personal vehicle for company business.
Attend training sessions, workshops, and seminars as required for professional development, accreditation, or licensing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance, an essential function of this position.