Financial Operations Specialist - Los Angeles, United States - Center for Family Health and Education

Description

Financial Operations Specialist

The Financial Operations Specialist is the right-hand person of the CFO, responsible for ensuring the organization's financial stability. This role involves handling transactions, preparing financial statements, managing audits, overseeing budget creation, and more. The Specialist plays a crucial part in developing and enforcing accounting policies to uphold the organization's financial well-being. A solid grasp of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is essential. Moreover, reporting on various types of funding sources, such as government grants, private donations, and contracts, falls under the Specialist's responsibilities. They also support areas like general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Reports to:

CFO

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain payroll and payroll taxes.
• Prepare financial reports to assess the organization's financial status against the budget.
• Analyze financial data, create journal entries, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping.
• Assist with audits and required financial reports.
• Oversee all financial, project/program, and grants accounting.
• Ensure payments and financial obligations are met promptly.
• Establish and maintain Fixed Asset recording system.
• Provide financial information for audits and reports.
• Communicate financial updates effectively.
• Assist with budgeting processes.
• Reconcile bank and investment accounts.
• Prepare financial data for computer systems.
• Maintain accurate records and controls.
• Backup other finance positions as needed.
• Adhere to agency policies and standards.

Skills and Abilities:

Essential: Proficiency in payroll and payroll tax preparation.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Attention to detail and analytical mindset.

Effective time management and prioritization.

Ability to work well in a team.

Excellent at providing timely and accurate reports.

Capability to handle work pressure.

Education and/or Training:

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with four years of accounting experience. Five years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Familiarity with financial software and CPA certification is a plus.

Work Environment:

The work environment is moderately paced.

Company Description:

The Center for Family Health & Education, Inc. (CFHE) is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center offering medical care to the underserved population of Panorama City since 2009.