Staff Accountant

Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area•Palo Alto, CA

23h

About The Position

ABOUT THE POSITION Our Finance team is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to help ensure the organization’s resources are managed efficiently and effectively. Reporting to the Controller, this position requires a professional, highly skilled, organized, problem solver who can effectively interact and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders. Providing a comfortable, supportive community for parents and children in times of crisis is central to our mission. Preferred candidates will have attention to detail, and strong organizational skills coupled with a customer service focus and the ability to maintain data confidentiality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance.
At least three years of general ledger accounting experience required.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and understanding of management accounting methods.
Comfort with technology; experience working with various computer and financial programs and platforms.
Excellent Excel skills.
Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Mature level of judgement and decision making in a changing environment.
Well-developed oral and written communication skills with a customer friendly, responsive attitude for both internal and external stakeholders.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and an ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Interest in and/or understanding of the nonprofit community.
attention to detail
strong organizational skills coupled with a customer service focus and the ability to maintain data confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Oversee the organization’s third-party billing and receivable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of claim authorizations and the timely processing of invoices and receipts.
Monitor and reconcile authorizations and submitted invoices, investigate, and resolve any discrepancies.
Work effectively with third party payers to maximize claim authorizations.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate documentation and information for claim authorizations.
Maintain atmosphere of respect and confidentiality for patients and families.
Reconcile operating bank account monthly
Manage IT asset/inventory
Manage gift card assets
Collaborate with the finance team to develop and implement efficient accounting processes and procedures.
Assist with preparation for external audits.
Maintain internal controls and safeguards for revenue receipts, expenditures, and financial records.
Process bank deposits and post cash receipts to the general ledger in a timely and accurate manner.
Review all cash and bank postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with fundraising guidelines.