Senior Staff Accountant

Chiricahua Community Health Centers • Douglas, AZ

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position manages accounting and financial reporting, prepares accounting information, analyzes financial information, and oversees the preparation of financial reports. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Job duties may be modified at any time based on business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting related field.
• 8+ years' experience in general accounting, including full charge bookkeeping through month-end closing, financial statement preparation.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of GAAP accounting processes and principles.
• Ability to comprehend and compose effective instructions, correspondence, and communications in English in both oral and written format.
• Ability to occasionally exert enough force to move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to continuously remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to occasionally move about inside the workplace to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Possesses hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to constantly operate computer, telephone, and other office machinery.
• Possesses close visual acuity necessary to accurately record and view information on a computer monitor, handwritten and typed documents.
• Ability to discern the nature of sounds at a normal spoken volume.
• Demonstrated aptitude in basic accounting.
• Ability to employ statistical / mathematical methods to collect and analyze data and develop solutions.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Ability to perform a variety of assignments and make decisions requiring independent judgment.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Expert knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Computer literacy required with proficiency in use of Microsoft Office programs and accounting software.
• Proficiency in Excel spreadsheets with specific ability to create and edit Pivot tables and graphs required.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to build effective teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with an FQHC, community health center, or non-profit organization.
• Experience managing restricted grants, federal funding, and compliance reporting (Uniform Data System-UDS)
• Proficiency with accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct (or comparable enterprise‑level financial systems).
• Experience with 340B pharmacy financial accounting and related compliance considerations.
• Working knowledge of lease accounting and applicable ASC guidance (e.g., right‑of‑use assets).
• Knowledge of community health centers preferred.
• Knowledge of Peachtree and NextGen software preferred.
• Knowledge of programming, report writer software, and adobe standard strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure accuracy of financial records, including general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, and month‑end and year‑end close.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Assist with annual budget preparation, cost allocation plans, and ongoing financial analysis.
• Support administration and optimization of accounting and payroll systems (enterprise‑level systems preferred).
• Manage accounting activities related to restricted grants and federal funding, including drawdowns and required financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with GAAP, funding agency requirements, and organizational policies.
• Apply working knowledge of healthcare‑specific accounting, including 340B pharmacy financial activity and lease accounting under applicable ASC guidance.
• Support leadership and regulatory reporting requirements, including UDS‑related financial data as applicable.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions to ensure accurate billing, payroll processing, and related accounting entries.
• Provides support and guidance to finance staff on accounting processes, reporting requirements, and compliance matters, without direct supervisory responsibility.
• Participate in professional development to maintain current knowledge of accounting standards, healthcare finance, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior