Accounts Payable Accountant

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

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Join an organization committed to improving the health and lives of underserved families. We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Accountant to join our community health center in Orange, California.

Job duties include:

• Responsible for the accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices.
• Maintain compliance with St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers accounting/procurement policies and grant/contractual agreements.
• Manage vendor relationships and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Ensure medical teams have the tools, supplies, and equipment necessary to render safe and efficient patient care.
• Serve as a backup in preparing and processing caregiver payroll (Paylocity), follow all payroll processes, regulations, and compliance.
• Possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Perform various accounting duties as assigned.
• Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch.

Pay: Position is non-exempt, pay range $33.00 to 36.79 (DOE).

Who We Are.

We are a collaborative community practice, with locations in Fullerton, Anaheim, Orange, and the High Desert. We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality comprehensive medical care, regardless of their ability to pay. Our health centers use a team-based model of care that includes family medicine, obstetrics, women's health, oral and vision care, preventative and educational health, mental health, patient advocacy, case management, and community health. Most of our patients live below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level and are best served in Spanish. Through our origins with St. Joseph Health and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph, we have provided care to low-income families since the 1980s, maintaining a commitment to serving our most vulnerable neighbors with high-quality. Our work is rooted in our values of Justice, Excellence, Dignity, and Compassion.

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any protected basis.

Healthcare & Childcare Benefits: available first of the month following start date

• Medical (Blue Shield Trio HMO & PPO)
• Dental (Guardian PPO)
• Vision (Guardian PPO)
• FSA - pre-tax benefit for health care expenses
• FSA Dependent Care - Pre-tax benefit to put toward childcare or other dependent expenses
• Mental Health - Employee Assistance Program & access to meditation resources through Calm.

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness - Retirement & Investment:

• 401(k) (Vanguard) - eligible first of the month following 30 days, with health center. Employer match begins after 1 year of service.
• Profit-sharing

Requirements

Preferred Requirements

Education:

Associate Degree in Accounting

License/ Certifications:

N/A

Experience:

2+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounting, or a related field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Accounts Payable Excel

Knowledge of Bill.com or similar program.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

High School Diploma or High School graduate or equivalent.

License/ Certifications:

N/A

Experience:

1 to 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a medical setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook) and accounting software platforms.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy with excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates interpersonal/cultural sensitivity and works with a diverse and often underserved population.

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