Staff Accountant

Position Overview

First Choice Primary Care, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the accounting department by maintaining accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting with routine accounting tasks. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time, on-site position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. The position may require occasional travel to other locations as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Data Entry & Record Keeping
  • Accurately enter and update financial transactions in the company's accounting software.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date records for accounts payable and other transactions.
  • Assist with filing, document management, and archiving financial records.
• Accounts Payable
  • Process invoices, verify amounts, and ensure timely payment to vendors.
  • Reconcile accounts payable ledgers to ensure accuracy.
• Cash Handling
  • Assist with cash handling, deposits, and bank-related tasks as required.
  • Maintain petty cash records and reconcile cash at the end of each period.
• Assisting in Financial Reporting
  • Compile financial data and prepare reports as required by the finance team.
  • Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Support the preparation of documents for audits and tax filings.
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Communicate with vendors and customers to resolve billing issues and payment discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and ensure smooth operations.
• Payroll
  • Assist with preparation and processing bi-weekly payroll.
  • Address employee questions about payroll, such as clarifying pay discrepancies, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Other duties as assigned by Executive Leadership or the Chief Financial Officer.

License/Certification(s)

• None required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with basic account principles and financial practices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collect, organize, track, and report data.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Prolonged computer and data entry requirements. Requires manual dexterity to operate keyboard and other office equipment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Infectious Disease Exposure Level: 1