Accounting Associate Calaim - Santa Barbara, United States - Good Samaritan Shelter
Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The CalAIM Accounting Associate is entrusted with a comprehensive array of duties spanning Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts
Receivable (A/R), Payroll, General Ledger accounting, and account reconciliations. This role encompasses various facets of
accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and compliance support
Track CalAIMs eligibility for Enhanced Case Management and Community Supports.
- Reconcile CenCal billing claims
- Proficient in navigation CenCal and ETO system
- Audit and monitor CalAIM claims by verifying adjustments and issues identified
- Prepares complex financial or statistical summary reports
- Checks for accuracy of computations and completeness or supervises the preparation of daily, weekly and monthly reports
- Primary accountant to facilitate Housing Deposit claims
- Provides information orally or in writing in response to inquiries on status of CalAIM claims
- Processes, sorts, indexes, records and files a variety of control records and reports, or supervises the process
- Performs complex CalAIM departmental and compile all related reports
- Assist in preparation of figures and reports for use in CalAIM budget preparation
- Provide CalAIM utilization reporting, lost revenue, risk assessment
- Assist with CalAIM administrative tasks within the accounting department, such as organizing documents, maintaining files,
- Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate financial records and documentation to support audits and financial reporting.
- Help manage customer invoicing, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments
- Process invoices, ensure accurate coding, and initiate timely payments to vendors and service providers.
- Assist with processing vendor invoices, verifying expenses, obtaining necessary approvals, and preparing payments.
- Record financial transactions accurately in the general ledger, including expenses, revenues, and journal entries.
- Assist in reconciling bank and credit card statements to ensure accurate and complete financial records as assigned.
- Process employee and volunteer expense reimbursements, verifying receipts and adherence to expense policies.
- Maintain organized and uptodate financial records, including electronic and physical files.
- Enter and reconcile transactions accurately in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) or other designated systems.
- Resolve discrepancies in daily reports by liaising with managers and staff.
- Uphold confidentiality principles.
- Be prepared to respond to crisis situations promptly and effectively, providing immediate assistance and access to
- Responsible for promptly notifying the manager of any work orders that need to be submitted or supplies that need to be
- Responsible for attending staff meetings, ensuring timely completion of training, and accurately completing timecards.
- Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
This section outlines the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the daily tasks and job duties bulleted above.
- High School Diploma or equivalent: A minimum educational requirement to demonstrate basic literacy and communication skills.
- Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a nonprofit environment.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
- Detailoriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office
- Word, Excel, and Google)
Required Qualifications:
Employment Eligibility Verification:
- Must provide documentation to establish identity and employment eligibility in compliance with legal requirements. This may include a U.S. passport, Permanent Resident Card, or other acceptable forms of identification.
Negative Tuberculosis Test:
- Must provide documentation of a recent negative tuberculosis (TB) test result to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Background Screening:
- Successful completion of a comprehensive background screening, which may include criminal record checks, employment history verification, and reference checks.
Pre-Employment Drug Screening:
- Must pass a preemployment drug
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