Staff Accountant I

APLA Health•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant I will be responsible for assisting in the daily operational duties of the Finance Department. Duties include, but are not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, cost accounting, fixed assets, expense management, taxes, and internal and external audits in accordance with GAAP.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, from an accredited college, required.
A minimum of 3 years of accounting experience required, preferably in a healthcare setting, FQHC, or nonprofit organization.
Proficient in use of MS Excel and Word.
Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of: Fund accounting concepts
Knowledge of: Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
Knowledge of: Federal Procurement Requirements
Ability to manage complex assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to meet tight deadlines regularly and consistently.
Ability to prioritize deadlines across multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with trustworthiness.
Ability to solve complex problems.
Ability to conduct financial analysis.
Ability to complete tasks with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Ability to understand and interpret complex financial transactions.
Ability to communicate effectively, persuasively, and professionally both verbally and in writing with stakeholders, internally and externally.
Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and follow complex directions.
Ability to proactively follow-up on assignments, exhibits initiative, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MIP Fund Accounting, preferred.

Responsibilities

Process and review invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with organizational policies and grant requirements.
Code and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring correct allocation to expense accounts, departments, and funding sources.
Prepare and process check payments, ACH transfers, and electronic payments in a timely manner.
Reconcile vendor statements and address any discrepancies or payment issues.
Maintain and update vendor records, including W-9 forms and 1099 reporting requirements.
Generate end of year 1099’s for all vendors and submit to the IRS
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciling accounts payable balances.
Ensure compliance with agency regulations, funder requirements, and internal accounting controls.
Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
Reconcile and process corporate credit card transactions.
Record on a bi-monthly basis 340B revenue and expenses.
Assist team members with identifying and recording monthly accruals
Maintain and reconcile both the prepaid expense schedule and the prepaid insurance expense schedule on a monthly basis.
Upload outgoing positive pay lists/EFTs to bank website.
Cross train with team members to perform subcontractor activity posting for County and Medi-Cal Waiver invoicing of home-based case management program.
Assist Accounting Manager with duties and tasks as identified.
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.