Senior Accountant

                                                                                                      Hill Country Community Clinic

                                                                                      Job Description

Job Title:  Senior Accountant

Department: Finance

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm

Location: Center of Hope and Round Mountain

The following statements are intended to describe the major elements and requirements of the position and should not be taken as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals assigned to this job.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant is responsible for analysis, account balances and month-end close procedures.  The position will be responsible for the maintenance of accurate financial information for the general ledger and financial statements and related audit preparation. This Senior Accountant position will be involved in both routine accounting tasks as well as special projects as needed.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant Administration:

• Create, maintain, and update computer grant files for assigned grants.
• Prepare grant monthly revenue journal entries review.
• Set up individual grant worksheets and enter into the accounting system detailed line item budgets. Prepare monthly grant financial reports such as actual expense vs. budget reports for assigned grants.
• Provide back-up support for preparing grant invoices that reconcile to the grant financial statements for review prior to distribution for assigned grants.

Reporting and Reconciliation:

• Produce error-free monthly accounting reports and present their results.
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status.
• Identify errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Review with CFO and Controller for proper account coding and other guidance as needed.
• Reconcile general ledger control accounts to subsidiary ledgers.
• Reconcile various general ledger account balances to ensure accuracy. Analyze account activity and make necessary monthly adjustments.
• Perform monthly analysis of balance sheet accounts as assigned.
• Assist in compiling monthly financial statements from general and subsidiary accounting records, and communicate with management on results of operations.
• Provide backup support for the Controller.
• Assist in the development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Review with senior finance staff for proper account coding and other guidance as needed.

Compliance and Outside Reporting:

• Collaborate with Director of Finance to ensure compliance with state unclaimed property laws, including reporting and payment.
• Provide support for compliance monitoring of the 340B Federal Drug Discount Program.

Fixed Assets:

• Maintain Fixed Assets List and prepare the monthly depreciation journal entry.
• Oversee Bi-Annual inventory and reconciliation.
• Assist with annual Audit preparation and work with the auditors while on site.
• Perform other duties and projects as requested by the CFO and Controller to support the general success of the Finance Department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of grant accounting.
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Advanced use of Excel, Microsoft Office and General Ledger Accounting system.
• Must be able to work with all levels of management.
• Demonstrate skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work flexible schedule.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Perform other duties and projects as requested to support the general success of the Finance department.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Business Administration or related field.
• Five years of experience in finance/accounting.
• One year of full charge accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Non-Profit or healthcare accounting experience.