Senior Accountant

Job Description

Position:        Senior Accountant 
Classification:        Exempt
Reports to:        Controller
Location:        Denver Office

Salary Rate:  

Level 1 (Entry level up to 2 years of direct experience): $70967 annually

About Us
At Colorado Health Network (CHN), we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives each employee brings. We welcome applicants with diverse lived experiences, including those directly related to this position.

Our commitment to diversity extends to all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. CHN is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace applicants regardless of age, race, color, disability, HIV status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or other characteristics that make you unique.
Are you looking to join a team that empowers individuals and creates lasting change in the community? Do you thrive in an environment that values service, innovation, wellness, and integrity? If so, we would love to hear from you!
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As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a competitive benefits package, which includes:

•    Health & Wellness Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

•    Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO), 13 paid holidays, up to 2 floating holidays, and 1  day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week).
  •    Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5%
  •    Education & Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities
  •    Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Spending Account (H SA), Voluntary, EAP
• STD, LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.
  •    Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

Position Summary:  The Senior Accountant is Responsible for general accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, account reconciliations, general ledger entry, bank deposits, company credit card reconciliation, payroll entries and general staff accounting duties.  Responsibilities include support of all fiscal management and record keeping requirements.  This is a non-supervisory position.

Essential Job Functions:
•    Manages the accounts receivable process for the statewide organization including entering and posting transactions into the accounting system and processing vendor payments on a timely basis. 
•    Prepares and sends invoices for grant funded projects according to funder guidelines, manages the accounts receivable aging list to ensure timely receipt of payments to the organization, follows up with supervisor and with grantors when payments to the organization are not received timely.
•    Prepares and enters approved adjusting journal entries, as needed.
•    Reconciles donor cash receipts with the organization’s donor database, in partnership with Development staff.
•    Assists the Chief Financial Officer with general accounting responsibilities including preparing month-end and year-end schedules.  
•    Assists the Chief Financial Officer with the preparation for the annual external audit.
•    In partnership with the Chief Financial Officer, helps to coordinate the development of the annual budget.
•    Assists with implementation and maintenance of accounting system software.
•    Assists with document/file maintenance, retention and disposal, per the auditor approved document retention schedule.
•    Processes accounting transactions and prepares financial statements for fiscal projects.
•    Ensure compliance with GAAP and A-133 principles
•    Serves as backup to accounts payable as needed.
•    Perform other accounting/operations duties and other general duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization
 

One year of related experience is required. Solid experience coordinating accounting activities including, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, government grants and indirect expense allocations. Willingness and ability to work well with diverse populations, including persons living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, disenfranchised communities.  Experience with HIV/AIDS preferred. Experience working in a non-profit organization is highly desired.

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree or five or more years’ experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger operations.

Software Utilized:
Experience working with basic office and database computer programs, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint and the internet.   

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:
Excellent communication, client relations and management skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement, professional integrity and research ethics and cultural competency. Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and excellent organizational skills. Meticulous attention to detail and a capacity to multi-task. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas:  task management; teamwork; time management; and communication with teams, managers, clients, and company consultants.

Material and Equipment Directly Used:
Works with standard office equipment including computer work station, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Experience with SAGE 100 software highly desired. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax. 

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:
Works in an office environment. May travel to offsite locations. Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds of materials. Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding and using a telephone and other office equipment. Requires ability to perform occasional snow removal and de-icing. Requires ability to perform light cleaning tasks.
 

As employees of a charitable organization, all CHN staff share the responsibility of serving as ambassadors for the organization in the community.  This can be achieved by fostering the development of relationships with potential constituents/donors as well as by participating in CHN events/activities in a way that is meaningful to each employee.

How to Apply:
Click on the “Start Application” Link above. Please include a cover letter.
All offers of employment are subject to the completion of a criminal background check, reference and if applicable to your position a driving record check.  A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. We evaluate all background check results in relation to job-related requirements.
Colorado Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).