Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

Accountant II – Generalist

Location: 681 Center St. NE, Salem OR 97301 (this is in office environment position)

Job Status: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week

YOUR ROLE:

As an Accountant II - Generalist at NWHS, you will be an integral part of the Finance team performing day to day accounting duties related to the general ledger, month-end activities, grant accounting & reporting, and other finance and accounting duties as needed. You will provide support to program directors and managers with budget and financial information for grants and program management.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Perform and review general ledger activities such as account reconciliation, journal entries, and account adjustment.
• Perform collection, consolidation, preparation, and maintenance of financial data necessary to meet grant and contract reporting and evaluation requirements.
• Process grants and contracts drawdowns and invoices, using appropriate agency and grantor accounting systems.
• Develop and maintain accounting principles, procedures, and processes to ensure accurate and complete financial reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset accounting systems to record all equipment, real estate property and other assets.
• Assist in preparation and coordination of annual financial statement and 403 (b) audits.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year accounting degree; or other four-year degree and 30 hours of accounting course work or at least 5 years of successful work experience in accounting in lieu of the 30 hours of accounting coursework. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles preferred.
• Experience in preparing journal entries.
• Experience in using computerized accounting and payroll system.
• Experience in using electronic spreadsheets.
• Experience in financial reporting.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Plans: Dental and Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• 10 hours of monthly Paid Time Off based on FTE
• 7½ paid holidays each year 2 paid floating holiday
• Continuing Education Plan
• Employee Healthy Living Program

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at:  Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at:  HR@nwhumanservices.org | 503.588.5828

All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check.

Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.