Senior Accountant

Community Health Center of Snohomish County (CHC)•Everett, WA

4d•$69,930 - $95,181

About The Position

Under the direction of the Controller, the Senior Accountant performs complex and technical accounting functions involving the preparation, maintenance, analysis, and review of financial records, accounts, payroll and financial reports. The position ensures the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial information while establishing and maintaining effective accounting procedures and internal controls. The Senior Accountant analyzes and interprets financial transactions and records, supports regulatory and financial reporting requirements and promotes compliance with organizational policies, accounting standards, and applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English.
Effectively communicates orally and in writing.
Represents the organization in a professional and effective manner to the community.
Works independently and is self-directed.
Support motivates and sustains a team-oriented culture.
Problem-solves with creativity and ingenuity.
Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks.
Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations.
Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
Produces work in high quantity and quality.
Financial skills in handling all phases of the accounting cycle which including, but not limited to: Accounts Payable/Receivable, Payroll, reconciliations, journal entries for all account types, month-end/year-end closing, preparation of financial statements and other financial reports.
Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Excel.
Progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably including general ledger, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and payroll accounting (3 years).
Understanding and practical use of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience in processing Payroll (1 year).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of working with integrated accounting systems.
Master's in Accounting or Business Administration.
Familiarity with community health centers, medical/dental clinics or practices, hospitals, or other healthcare settings.
Familiarity with grants.
Experience with budgeting, including preparation of departmental and/or organizational budgets.
Public Accountant (CPA) certification by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with CHC’s policies and procedures, and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Standards and regulatory agencies.
Coordinates and prepares internal and external financial statements.
Coordinates activities of external auditors.
Coordinates activities of external tax return preparers.
Assists in preparation of departmental and organizational budgets.
Performs financial analysis and special projects, as assigned.
Provides management with vital financial information to assist in the decision-making process.
Responds to requests for information from other departments within the agency.
Assesses current accounting operations, offers recommendations for improvement, and implements new processes.
Reviews and/or prepares monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
Evaluates accounting and internal control systems.
Participates in Treasury functions.
Assists with Revenue recognition, tracking and reconciliation.
Assists with Grants Management and prepares grant specific reports.
Adheres to attendance standards in order to perform the job functions for daily operations and/or continuity of patient care.