Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Waystone is looking for a Staff Accountant to assist in the accounting and internal reporting plus provide backup support to other positions in the department. The Staff Accountant is a key position within our Fiscal department.

Location: 439 South Union Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. This position is not remote, it is on-site at our main office. This position is benefit eligible as of date of hire.

Compensation: This is a 40-hour non-exempt, full-time position. The hourly rate is $24.75 - 28.25.

Why join the Waystone Team?

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, eligible to enroll on your first day!
• Comprehensive Wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k/Roth) with employer match
• 2 weeks' vacation
• 12 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days
• 9 Sick days
• DEIB Committee with monthly speaker series/events
• Ongoing professional development with opportunities for CEU’s
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Room for growth within Waystone
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonuses
• Employee of the month bonus

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Controller and Senior Accountant in daily operations including the daily cash summary, cash projections, accuracy of wire requests, cash management, bank relationships, accounts receivable, payroll accounting and correspondence
• Prepare monthly account analyses for balance sheet and expense accounts.
• Review bank accounts reconciliation and in a timely manner with attention to unusual items that remain outstanding at the end of month.
• Responsible for reviewing and approving accounts payable batches, and processing payments.
• Assist in working with internal and external auditors during annual and interim audits.
• Prepare reconciliations and schedules for the annual audit.
• Prepare Annual Financial Reports such as the Center for Healthcare Information Analysis (CHIA), etc.
• Assist in the preparation of data analytics for accreditation and proposal submissions, such as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Request for Response (RFR), etc.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budget, capital budgets, forecasts and variance analyses.
• Advise staff on compliance issues.
• Process Payroll as needed using Paycom.
• Assist Contract Manager & Accounts Receivable Specialist as needed.
• Perform ad hoc projects or duties as assigned by the Controller or CFO.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. Equivalent experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Three years of applicable experience in accounting, optimally in human services or other multi-divisional organization.
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Hands-on experience with accounting software
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, and Outlook), along with comfort using general office technology and equipment.
• Candidates must be able to read, write, and comprehend English to create and implement the family support plan, document services provided, and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with minimum of 1 year driving experience

Waystone Health & Human Services is a 501c3, nonprofit, human services organization supporting youth and adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; acquired brain injuries; and mental health diagnoses. Our services are provided to more than 1,700 people annually in cities and towns across the Merrimack Valley, Greater Lowell, North Shore, and southern New Hampshire. Our mission is to partner with people who are diverse in age, ability, and cultural background throughout their personal, work, and life journeys.

Waystone Health and Human Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.