What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Coordinator I position at Livingston County Community Mental Health?
Employee Signing Incentive for Regular Full-Time Employees :
Livingston County Community Mental Health Authority is excited to offer an Employee Signing Incentive to eligible new hires. Regular full-time employees will receive $2,000, less applicable taxes. More information on terms and conditions will be made available at the time an offer of employment is made.
About Us :
Livingston County Community Mental Health is a public mental health services provider located in Howell, Michigan, between Detroit and Lansing. We are an agency joined by the shared vision to create a healthy and rewarding life in the community for everyone. Our team approach works together to serve individuals with a wide array of needs in order to create individualized pathways to wellness, resilience, recovery and self-determination.
Working for Us : (Regular Full-time Only)
Join our team and enjoy a generous benefits package effective on Day 1, including a 5% employer retirement contribution and voluntary 457(b) salary deferment plan. We provide employer-paid 2X salary life insurance, long-term disability plus generous contributions to BCBS medical and Delta Dental. Find rewarding work supporting Livingston County residents alongside dedicated colleagues.
Our comprehensive benefit plan also includes vision coverage, short-term disability, accident coverage, legal and identity theft programs, and voluntary life insurance. Take advantage of our Spring Health Mental Health Wellness program offering free counseling, life coaches, and self-care tools. Generous paid time off with vacation, sick, personal, 13 holidays (4 floating), and more choices through our Cafeteria Benefit plan.
We prioritize your overall well-being through robust financial benefits, mental health support, and work-life balance offerings. Become part of our mission while enjoying a valuable total rewards package. All while enjoying rewarding work supporting Livingston County residents alongside dedicated colleagues.
The Accounting Coordinator I will look forward to :
Meaningful, rewarding work with opportunities to develop your expertise in a newly streamlined and innovative finance team. Join a supportive, diverse group that encourages collaboration with experienced colleagues. Our positive environment values diversity and provides avenues to take on special projects aligned with your interests. Enjoy potential for career advancement, plus access to efficient, cutting-edge financial systems that enhance productivity and accuracy.
Role :
At Livingston County Community Mental Health Authority (LCCMHA), financial integrity is at the heart of our operations. We are seeking an Accounting Coordinator I to play a key role in managing financial processes, overseeing claims, providing utilization reviews on cases, administering grants, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. If you're a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys problem-solving, optimizing financial workflows, and mentoring others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
In this role, you will oversee accounting functions such as managing fixed assets, reconciling accounts, posting journal entries, and assisting with audits. You'll also be responsible for grant administration, ensuring that financial reports are accurate, budgets are maintained, and funding is utilized efficiently. Your keen analytical skills will help track spending trends, resolve discrepancies, and communicate with directors and grantors about financial updates.
Additionally, you'll assist with financial reporting, conducting budget-to-actual variance analyses, reviewing balance sheets and cash flow statements, and ensuring proper accruals and reclassifications are recorded. You will also play a crucial role in claims processing, ensuring provider reimbursements are accurate and timely while maintaining proper fee schedules.
Beyond technical accounting duties, this position offers the opportunity to mentor and train team members, provide payroll support, and improve efficiency by developing and documenting new financial procedures. You'll also coordinate with families and agencies regarding Family Support Subsidy applications, ensuring compliance with MDHHS requirements.
If you thrive in a fast-paced financial environment, have a passion for accuracy, and enjoy collaborating with a dedicated team, we invite you to join LCCMHA. Help us maintain financial excellence while making a difference in our community. Apply today and be a part of something meaningful!
Requirements to join us :
Candidates must be committed to our shared values and commitment to community care, including clinical excellence, community inclusion, community benefit, innovation, integrated care, and improvement. Our collaborative approach to treatment requires strong teaming skills. This is a dynamic, team-oriented position with great opportunities to grow.
Job Specific Requirements :
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and willing / able to learn other software as necessary.
High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality of information handled
Able to effectively collaborate with team members and other staff.
Qualifications and Experience :
Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to work independently.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records.
Proficiency in accounting software and data analysis tools.
Knowledge of mental health service delivery models.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Salary : $63,552 - $73,074
