Staff Accountant
Bridgeway Recovery Services is seeking a
Staff Accountant
to join our growing team!
The Staff Accountant position is not just about the numbers. They are big thinkers, creative problem solvers and subject matter experts. From planning to organizing to executing this person will help contribute to Bridgeway's larger mission as a healthcare organization providing holistic treatment through addiction recovery, problem gambling treatment, mental health therapy, and primary medical care.
Position Summary
This position will support Bridgeway's operations in obtaining financial success by planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the financial activities, including payroll.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains the integrity of the general ledger by applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to all transactions.
- Completes balance sheet account reconciliations and bank account reconciliations by the established due dates. Researches and resolves to reconcile items in a timely manner.
- Reviews cost center and chart of account structures. Makes recommendations as to cost center/account structure that will identify the nature of expenses to their proper area; assists in controlling annual expenditures and streamlines the data processing support required during month-end.
- Prepares, verifies, and controls the entering of journal entries to the general ledger.
- Evaluates subsidiary journals for obvious errors and omissions and enter corrected data into the general ledger, i.e., enter monthly journal entries, execute monthly closing entries, execute the month-end general ledger (by cost center and by natural account).
- Reviews monthly balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements for accuracy.
- Assists in coordinating monthly closing and production of statements to guarantee timely reporting.
- Reviews redesigns, and enhances the online financial statements to ensure that the information reported properly reflects the company's financial position.
- Records and tracks grant revenues and expenditures and ensure adherence to individual grant requirements and budgets.
- Assists in reviewing and updating monthly closing procedures.
- Reviews supporting subsidiary schedules to ensure that the company's accounting practices are being maintained, i.e., insurance, fixed assets, amortization of prepaid; makes recommendations.
- Ensures all processes are appropriately documented and assists in the ongoing documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
- Prepares audit schedules and responds to auditor requests during financial audits, compliance, or any other applicable audit.
- Monitors and tracks cash outflows. Provides necessary updates to management.
- Interacts with field personnel. Provides exceptional customer service in explaining and responding to questions regarding monthly operating activity, investigating variances, providing detail of charges, and booking reclass entries.
- Corresponds with third-party financial institutions and regulatory bodies.
- Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines.
- Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.), major in accounting, business management, and related discipline; or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience and/or training.
- Relevant certifications and licenses that are applicable for this position.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge is preferred.
- Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytical ability.
- Has an overall understanding of the accounting functions and related processes.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Other Required Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated at employment start date.
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- 5% employer match 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Pre & Post-Tax Options)
- Corporate Fitness Membership subsidy
- Employer-Sponsored Life, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Internal Growth Opportunities
Compensation
- Will vary, depending on experience and credentials.
About Bridgeway Recovery Services
Our mission of helping people in our community who struggle with the symptoms of addiction to drugs, alcohol, problem gambling, and/or psychiatric illness only happens when we create an agency culture of community, mutual respect, encouragement, and desire to see each employee grow and excel.
BEST Non-Profit Award
For the sixth year, Bridgeway Recovery Services has been honored to be designated by the Oregon Business Journal as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in the State of Oregon!
Council on Accreditation
Bridgeway Recovery Services has achieved accreditation, meeting the highest national standards in professional performance.
If this sounds like an environment for you, come join our team!
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability