Staff Accountant at Central Administration – Toppenish, Washington

Join our Accounting team at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic as a Staff Accountant! This position is located onsite at our Toppenish Administration Office.

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families. Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights:

• $28.89-$35.39 per hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine

• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do:

• Provide fiscal administrative support to contract coordinators, directors, and funding agencies for Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic (YVFWC) grant contracts

• Prepare budget and expense reports for YVFWC grants, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and private regulations Perform budget preparation and process monthly reimbursement requests for assigned contracts

• Perform analysis of grant contracts by comparing grant budgets to expense information on a monthly basis and identify potential areas of non‑compliance or discrepancies

• Prepare journal entries for grant activity according to the contract, including tracking and allocating payroll, costs, preparation of grant billings, and report submission

• Assist in applying knowledge of grant regulations and reporting requirements and provide guidance to managers to help them understand financial requirements for grants Consult OMB circulars and other regulatory publications

• Monitor grants accounts receivable postings and verify that correct payments are received

• Organize financial documents and prepare detailed reports for external auditors, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory guidelines

• Prepare special reports to support the accounting team as needed

• Oversee the general ledgers for all grant contracts in the Clinic, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), and Northwest Community Action Center (NCAC) divisions

• Assist with identifying fixed assets and depreciation schedules as needed

• Assist with the monthly reconciliation process for subsidiary ledgers and the general ledger

• Assist with the preparation of monthly journal entries to support the month‑end processes required by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Accounting or Business Administration + 2 years of experience in bookkeeping and general ledger transactions OR

• High School Diploma or GED + 4 years of experience in bookkeeping and general ledger transactions

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP, grant accounting, and OMB Uniform Guidance

• High accuracy working with detailed financial data, complex instructions, and confidential information

• Solid analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving abilities

• Strong organization and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make effective decisions

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Excel and basic competence with Outlook, Word, and other computer programs

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.