Staff Accountant
full-time•Boston•$52k - $83k
About this role
Who We Are:
Since 1985, BHCHP’s mission has been to ensure unconditionally equitable and dignified access to the highest quality health care for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in greater Boston. Over 10,000 homeless individuals are cared for by Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program each year. We are committed to ensuring that every one of these individuals has access to comprehensive health care, from preventative dental care to cancer treatment. Our clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals work in more than 30 locations to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable—and most resilient—citizens.
From our earliest days as a program, we have always sought to do work that is transformational: recognizing our shared humanity; centering dignity, compassion, mutual respect and supporting the right of every individual to access the highest levels of health care and every staff member to reach their fullest potential. We continue to be committed to building bridges and breaking down barriers, including systemic racism which harms us all. We provide community-based health care services that are compassionate, dignified, and culturally appropriate, incorporating social determinants of health, with the goal of breaking down the physical and systemic barriers that our patients face.
Job Summary:
Hours: Full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Union: None
Union Name: None
Patient Facing: No
Perform all aspects of General Accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Grant Management and other administrative related functions. Act as back up for Accounts Payable and Payroll process.
Responsibilities:
Since 1985, BHCHP’s mission has been to ensure unconditionally equitable and dignified access to the highest quality health care for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in greater Boston. Over 10,000 homeless individuals are cared for by Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program each year. We are committed to ensuring that every one of these individuals has access to comprehensive health care, from preventative dental care to cancer treatment. Our clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals work in more than 30 locations to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable—and most resilient—citizens.
From our earliest days as a program, we have always sought to do work that is transformational: recognizing our shared humanity; centering dignity, compassion, mutual respect and supporting the right of every individual to access the highest levels of health care and every staff member to reach their fullest potential. We continue to be committed to building bridges and breaking down barriers, including systemic racism which harms us all. We provide community-based health care services that are compassionate, dignified, and culturally appropriate, incorporating social determinants of health, with the goal of breaking down the physical and systemic barriers that our patients face.
Job Summary:
Hours: Full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Union: None
Union Name: None
Patient Facing: No
Perform all aspects of General Accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Grant Management and other administrative related functions. Act as back up for Accounts Payable and Payroll process.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post monthly general journal entries.
- Enter monthly payroll labor distribution report into the Fund Accounting system.
- Maintain capital assets and depreciation schedule, prepaid insurance and prepaid service contract schedule.
- Post monthly cash receipts, monthly third-party accounts receivable, and prepare accounts receivable aging report.
- Perform periodic general ledger accounts reconciliation.
- Prepare monthly grants and contract billing.
- Oversee the spending of grants and contracts to ensure funding is spent appropriately within the funding periods.
- Track and post book sales activities.
- Prepare quarterly and yearly grant reports required by funding agencies; assist in year-end closing and coordinate annual accounting audit and any other audits.
- Assist in the coordination of the development of the annual BHCHP budget; assist in the preparation of all cost reporting to various agencies.
- Assist in the submission of mandated tax filings to city, state, and federal government.
- Back up accounts payable and payroll functions in the absence of the accounts payable and payroll personnel.
- Maintain petty cash, MBTA Charlie Tickets and cab voucher supplies.
- College or Associate Degree with accounting major preferred.
- 1-2 years of general staff accounting experience preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of grant related experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills including working knowledge of P.C. spreadsheet software (Excel); familiarity with payroll, accounts payable, and general accounting system a plus.
- Ability to handle multiple, complex tasks and priorities and adhere to deadlines.
- The compensation ranges from $52,400 -$83,840 annually and increases based on years of experience.
- BHCHP full-time employees are eligible for our competitive time off program, health, dental and vision insurance, 403B retirement savings plan, pre-tax MBTA pass program with 40% discount, additional compensation for demonstrated bilingual proficiency and more. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Does this amazing opportunity interest you? Then we'd love to hear from you.
As an equal opportunity employer, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Covid-19 Vaccination: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination(s) is optional for employment. Candidates who are offered employment will be given details about how to demonstrate receipt of vaccination if they choose to.
Please Note: Employment at Boston Health Care for the Homeless is at-will. Boston Health Care for the Homeless does not sponsor work authorization visas.
What you'll do
- The Staff Accountant will perform all aspects of General Accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Grant Management. They will also assist in payroll and accounts payable processes as needed.
About Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
We are the face of health care for Boston's homeless individuals and families. Last year alone, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program delivered services to more than 11,000 homeless individuals and families
In our 30+ year history, we have evolved into the largest and most comprehensive health care for the homeless program in the country. Our success as a national model results from:
--The commitment of talented professionals and clinicians;
--A strong record of responsible financial stewardship;
--A network of public and private community partnerships; and,
--A willingness to take reasonable risks to pursue our mission.
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program began in 1985 as one of 19 Health Care for the Homeless Programs funded nationally by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Pew Charitable Trust.
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What does Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program pay for a Staff Accountant?
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program offers a competitive compensation package for the Staff Accountant role. The salary range is USD 52k - 84k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Staff Accountant do at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program?
As a Staff Accountant at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, you will: the Staff Accountant will perform all aspects of General Accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Grant Management. They will also assist in payroll and accounts payable processes as needed..
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