Staff Accountant

MACT Health Board Inc • Angels Camp, CA

8d • $65,582 - $81,682

About The Position

MACT Health Board is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to support the Finance Department and assist with the organization’s fiscal duties. The role includes accounting, payroll-system verification, general administrative support, budget and grant work, financial reporting, audit preparation, and maintenance of accounting software and general ledger accounts. The Staff Accountant also supports the Finance Director and Controller and may present reports to committees and the Board of Directors when the Finance Director is absent.

The position requires awareness and appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs, and the ability to work effectively and sensitively with Indian health organizations. MACT gives preference to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with applicable law. The employee must comply with MACT policies and its Corporate Code of Conduct and pass occupational health screening. The role is subject to the Drug-Free Workplace Act requirements described in the posting.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The advertised annual pay range is $65,582–$81,682.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (four years) in Accounting or Finance; extensive accounting experience and training may substitute for the degree.
• Six years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least three years of experience in budget formulation and fund accounting for a governmental, nonprofit, or tribal organization, including grant experience.
• Working knowledge of governmental funding regulations.
• Understanding of fund accounting.
• Ability to handle checks, money, and sensitive material.
• Current California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Clean DMV driving record and eligibility to drive under MACT auto insurance requirements.
• Must adhere to MACT Health Board, Inc.’s Corporate Code of Conduct and comply with its policies and procedures.
• Must pass occupational health screening.
• Must provide a valid form of identification listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form, verified using E-Verify.
• Awareness and appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs, and ability to deal effectively and sensitively with Indian health organizations.
• Applicants suspected of violating the Drug-Free Workplace Act may be subject to drug testing; employer-required fitness examinations include drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of fiscal management and budgeting techniques, development of accounting systems, and policies and guidelines for nonprofit agencies.
• Knowledge of the medical industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial, clerical, and administrative support to the Finance Department.
• Set up new hires in the accounting system and cross-check information against the electronic payroll system.
• Verify payroll-system information, including employee changes, actions, vacation and sick time, and insurance information.
• Assist the Finance Director and Controller with drafting month-end general journal entries and reviewing reports for accuracy.
• Provide backup for general duties such as bank deposits, purchase orders, equipment tracking, and invoice entry.
• Assist with management of the organization’s financial affairs, funding-source contracts, and compliance with accounting and governmental standards.
• Assist with budget monitoring and prepare timely cost reports for funding agencies.
• Prepare regular financial reports for staff and the Board of Directors; present reports to committees and the Board when the Finance Director is absent.
• Assist with cost-report preparation and submission and maintain policies and procedures for effective financial management.
• Identify suitable grant opportunities, monitor grant performance and records, prepare grant reports, and coordinate grant applications.
• Maintain MACT’s active status on relevant government websites for grant applications.
• Assist with developing financial plans and preparing budgets.
• Assist the Controller with audit preparation, including account reconciliation, and maintaining internal controls over organizational accounts.
• Maintain Finance Department accounting software and general ledger accounts, including bank accounts.
• Assist with special Finance projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• BenefitED direct quarterly contributions toward employees’ student loans.
• Reimbursement for continuing education and licensure fees.
• Potential student-debt reduction or elimination through eligible HRSA and IHS loan repayment programs.
• Competitive annual compensation of $65,582–$81,682.
• Training and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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