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WellSpace Health

Grant Accountant

WellSpace Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Job Details

Job Location164 - 1500 Expo Parkway - Sacramento, CA

Grant Accountant

Grant Accountant

Location:

1500 Expo Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95815 (164-Expo Pkwy)

Department:

Accounting

Reports to:

Accounting Manager

Status:

Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

$33.17-$43.12/Hourly

Organization Information

WellSpace Health believes that everyone deserves to be seen, no matter who you are, where you come from, where you work or what place you call home. We see you and are here for you. To that end, we've committed ourselves to finding solutions for our community's health and well-being to achieve regional health through high quality comprehensive care.

Our focus has always been to offer a full range of quality medical care, dental care, mental health and behavioral health services, and enabling services to underserved people. We do this by placing ourselves within the communities we serve and employing outstanding healthcare professionals who are devoted to our mission.

We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and are accredited by the Joint Commission for Ambulatory Care and Behavioral Health. We're also certified by the Joint Commission as a Primary Care Medical Home and a Behavioral Health Home.

Position Summary

A Grant Accountant at WellSpace Health oversees the administration of all grant-related activities playing a pivotal role in the financial management of grants and funding received by the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This position collaborates with various departments to ensure proper utilization of grant funds and adherence to grant requirements by carefully monitoring expenses and budget allocations, maintaining accurate financial records, and generating financial reports for internal and external parties.

Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.2+ years Accounting (required) and Grant experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel is required), accounting software, and financial management tools.Strong problem solving, analytical, time management, and organizational skills.Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.Must be punctual, a quicker learner, and flexible to thrive in a team setting or independently.Commitment to HIPAA and ability to abide by standards of professional ethics and maintain confidentiality.Adherence to infection control procedures, including but not limited to, standard precautions of temperature monitoring, hand washing, symptom self-monitoring, masking and social distancing.Assist and support the Center/Department/Program to meet standards of High Reliability.Essential Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with grant regulations and reporting standards by meticulously monitoring and reviewing grant budgets, accurately capturing and coding expenditure reimbursements.Prepare accurate and timely monthly invoices and financial reports to grantors, including budget vs. actual analysis, expenditure and cost reports, or any other relevant support documentations as required or requested for reporting purposes.Maintain and reconcile monthly grant billing schedules, including deferred revenue and revenue recognition, accounts receivable agings, and general ledger account reconciliations.Collaborate with accounting colleagues, program managers and grant coordinators to assist in the budget forecasting of new and renewal grant fundings, and to address and resolve discrepancies or compliance related issues.Maintain a comprehensive record of all grant awards and organize files systematically to adhere to appropriate retention periods.Participate in preparing for grant audits, providing necessary documentation and support as required.Address any compliance issues identified during audits and implement corrective actions as needed.Assist Accounting Manager with other departmental tasks as assigned.Benefits

Successful candidate will receive regionally competitive salary, above average health benefits at reduced costs, company paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance, additional voluntary retirement plan with company match and no vesting schedule requirement.

Paid bereavement and jury duty leave11 paid holidays per yearPaid time offPaid sick leaveFlexible Spending ProgramCompany paid malpractice insurance for all providersProfessional development hours offered annually

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The work environment is characteristic of an office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using substances and/or not attentive to personal health and safety for themselves or their homes. The employee may experience a number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the client's use of alcohol and drugs, and the lack of personal care. The employee may also be exposed to bodily fluids (blood, urine) and hazardous chemicals.

WellSpace Health is committed to the principals of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is the intent of WellSpace Health to maintain a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or

Local laws. WellSpace Health is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WellSpace Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer