Accounting Coordinator at Nexus Family Healing – Fargo, North Dakota

Nexus Family Healing is located across North Dakota and offers treatment foster care, mental health services and outpatient clinical services.

We have a part-time Accounting Coordinator role open on our team. This role will be working in our Fargo, ND office supporting our Accounting and Finance team.

Position Summary: The Accounting Coordinator is responsible for performing accurate and timely accounting processes of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions by consistently applying sound accounting principles with in depth knowledge of accounts payable functions and ensures attention to detail to maintain the integrity of financial records, and requisite monthly journal entries.

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

Schedule/Pay/Location:

• On-site in Fargo, ND
• Monday-Friday work schedule (approximately 20 hours a week)
• $19-$22 hourly

Primary responsibilities:

• Maintains vendor files in automated accounting system including 1099 information and 1099 reporting.
• Processes vendor invoices, employee reimbursement/expenses, and intercompany payments on a weekly basis and petty cash fund replenishment as needed, including proper assignment of account numbers.
• Transfers and post accounts payable data files to the general ledger.
• Prepares and maintains accounts payable documentation files.
• Ensures all bill payments, reimbursement requests, and funds replenishment are timely and follow policy and procedures.
• Initiates and responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding accounts payable issues.
• Reviews and ensures all credit card charges have sufficient back up that is in line with corporate policies.
• Sends positive pay files to the Bank after each check run.
• Processes cash receipts through remote deposit.
• Prepares deposit reports for intercompany entries.
• Prepares benefits funding requirements spreadsheet.
• Prepares and presents documentation regarding accounts payable for the annual audit.
• Assist in the performance of other AR/AP related accounting functions to support the corporate Finance department.
• Maintains positive communication with internal and external clients and interacts with and appreciate people from diverse cultures, socio-economic and religious backgrounds.
• Ensures ethical conduct and confidentiality of all financial information.
• Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery

Required Education and Licensure:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year related work experience required.
• Background Check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements
• Must successfully pass a DHS/DCFS/CJIS/DHHS/ODHS or other federal and state criminal background check
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry skills required
• Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
• Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Accounting
• Two to three (2-3) years of related work experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office products including Word and Excel and familiarity with various accounting software packages required

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches.
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern.
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate.
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: At Nexus Family Healing, we not only support diversity – we celebrate it and rely on it for the betterment of our employees, our services, and our impact on the community. We strive to provide the best quality care for our youth and the best work environment for our employees through an inclusive team culture. Nexus Family Healing is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.