Accountant - Payables & Finance at Advanced Behavioral Health – Middletown, Connecticut

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Accountant is responsible for assisting the Finance department with a range of finance and accounting tasks that include bank activity and reconciliations, inventory counts, and various account reconciliations. The Accountant performs all aspects of the accounts payable process. Including, but not limited to, coding, reviewing, analyzing and entering vendor invoices and employee expense report forms into the accounting system; processing vendor payments; vendor communication and maintenance; 1099 processing; and other administrative tasks associated with accounting as directed. This position will represent ABH® and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to ABH®’s best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established, promoting ABH® as a leader in behavioral healthcare in all interactions and work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares A/P vouchers, allocations, verify supporting documentation, and properly codes invoices;
• Imports/Data enters system vouchers/allocations into SAGE100 to process daily check runs and assemble checks, etc. for mailing;
• Assist with maintaining vouchered inventory system, including voids, additions, filling orders, updating reports;
• Responsible for communications regarding payments, including the maintenance of appropriate documentation, and resolving discrepancies;
• Assist with vendor set-up in the accounting system, obtain, follow up, and maintain W-9 information and assist with annual processing of 1099s;
• Assist in preparation of reports, which may include data entry and preparation of analytical spreadsheets;
• Assist with monthly and year-end activities of the Finance department;
• Manage data, records, and reports by checking for errors and verifying accuracy of information;
• Reconcile inventory as needed;
• Ensure that finance information is easily accessible by maintaining proper electronic files;
• Work with Director of Finance and a Senior Accountant to prioritize tasks and responsibilities
• Maintains confidentiality of all client protected health information and adheres to all HIPAA related policies and procedures;
• Adhere to current accounting/finance, tax laws and regulations;
• Provide excellent customer service to our internal and external clients and stakeholders;
• Demonstrates ethical behavior and cultural sensitivity in all activities;
• Performs other tasks/responsibilities as assigned to support the operations of the Finance department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting, business administration, or related field or a combination of related education and work experience;
• Compliance with current State of Connecticut and federal health and vaccine requirements.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent computer knowledge and experience using Microsoft Suite (mainly Excel) and other accounting and data input software;
• Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Possess strong organizational, time management, and communication skills (both verbal and written) and motivational skills;
• Knowledge in basic accounting/bookkeeping practices and processes;
• Ability to identify problems/issues, troubleshoot and resolve in a timely manner;
• Mathematical and accounting acuity
• Ability to verify calculations and other information