Accounting Clerk

Nmpca; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Eligibility for student loan repayment

Paid federal holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and VIs

Paid Sick Time

Life Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

El Centro Family Health in New Mexico is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support financial operations within the Finance Department. Under supervision, you will perform accounts receivable and accounts payable tasks, process cash receipts, and assist senior accountants with daily finance activities.

The role requires attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and the ability to work with automated financial systems. A health center environment and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in accounting, business, or related field is preferred.
• Directly related experience may substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accuracy and accountability in the financial management system by performing assigned accounting duties.
• Prepares grant invoices and ensures timely submission with appropriate payor follow-up.
• Maintains and balances accounts receivable ledgers and prepares reports or reviews activity.
• Receives and processes invoices; ensures information is accurate and complete.
• Codes invoices, requisitions and purchase orders per Chart of Accounts.
• Prepares financial disbursements (checks) following purchasing documentation and approvals.
• Creates spreadsheets and posts data to the general ledger.
• Collaborates with Procurement Clerk for capitalized purchases and fixed assets.
• Prepares monthly depreciation data for the GL and tracks daily cash receipts.
• Maintains professional knowledge through workshops and professional activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in accounting, business, or related field

Tools

Automated financial systems

Job description

Position Title: Accounting Clerk

Department: Finance

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Position Overview:

Under supervision of the Accounting Manager or Designee the Accounting in accomplishing the financial management activities of El Centro Family Health (ECFH), including independent performance of following: accounts receivable, accounts payable, process cash receipts and assists Accountant III.

What You Will Do:

• Ensures accuracy and accountability in the financial management system by performing one or more of the following activities (as assigned by the Accounting Manager/or Chief Financial Officer).
• Prepares grant invoices, assuring that invoices and claims are submitted in a timely and accurate manner, involving communication and follow-up with the appropriate payor sources.
• Accurately maintains and balances the accounts receivable control ledgers, preparing reports and reviewing overall activity.
• Receives and processes invoices including ensuring accuracy and completeness of information provided.
• Accurately codes invoices, requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with the established Chart of Accounts.
• Prepares financial disbursements (checks) in accordance with established and approved purchasing documentation and approval procedures.
• Creates spreadsheets and enters data onto general ledger.
• Collaborates with Procurement Clerk to assure capitalized purchases are recorded on fixed assists list.
• Prepares and enters accurate monthly depreciation data onto the GL.
• Assists in the accurate processing of daily cash receipts; records and ensures that grant/contract revenues are recorded timely and correctly.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, and participating in professional activities.
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed and cross training to ensure the integrity of the finance department.
• Adheres to customer service by exhibiting behavior and actions which create a high level of patient/customer relations; which reflect respect for patient's/customer's rights, needs and confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years experience in financial management or bookkeeping
• Minimum on one-year experience with automated financial systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in accounting, business, or other related field desirable. Directly related experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Related education may be considered as substitution for experience, provided education is supplemented with on-the-job experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Balancing, bending, lifting, carrying, climbing and pulling up to 20 lbs.
• Sitting and standing for extended periods of time longer than four (4) hours or more.
• Working flexible schedule (i.e., flexible, evenings, weekends or as needed.)
• Hands & fingers (feeling & dexterity)
• Hearing
• Vision
• Stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling
• Talking
• Walking

Exposures:

• Odors, fumes, toxicants, explosive materials and chemicals
• Muscular and muscular strain
• Airborne Pathogens
• Blood borne Pathogens-Category I
• Chemicals
• Vision and hearing strain
• Noise
• Electrical current; machine vibration; moving parts.
• Temperature

What We Offer:

• In-house training and CEUs and Education Reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Eligibility for student loan repayment programs.
• 7 Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Voluntary Supplemental Benefits.
• Education Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Who We Are:

As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit, El Centro Family Health is dedicated to providing affordable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare to the people of Northern New Mexico. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by delivering primary care and health education through a network of clinics and collaborative programs. At El Centro, we are committed to offering vital health services in a compassionate, supportive, and patient-centered environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

El Centro Family Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.