Financial Assistance Coordinator (Hybrid)

Endeavors; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Endeavors in Houston, TX is seeking an Administrative Financial Assistant to help ensure prompt, accurate payment of clients’ Temporary Financial Assistance to third-party providers. You will document and maintain thorough records within HMIS systems and collaborate with multiple departments.

The role requires 6+ months in accounting or related fields, familiarity with HMIS/VA Repository a plus, and a valid driver’s license with ability to travel.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent; associate’s degree in accounting preferred.
• 6+ months accounting, bookkeeping, and/or auditing experience; 1 year preferred.
• Experience with HMIS and VA Repository is a plus.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance.
• Driver’s license with a clear record and daily vehicle use.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process Temporary Financial Assistance payments to third-party providers for approved expenses.
• Confirm receipt of payments and submit TFA weekly to Finance.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Lead Case Manager, QA, Finance, and Program Manager.
• Keep accurate checkbook balances and forward receipts to accounting; update client files.
• Provide exceptional customer service while supporting our mission.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in accounting

Tools

HMIS

VA Repository

Job description

Job Purpose

Ensure the prompt and accurate payment of clients’ eligible program expenses to third party providers. Document and maintain thorough records.

Job Purpose

Ensure the prompt and accurate payment of clients’ eligible program expenses to third party providers. Document and maintain thorough records.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and process Temporary Financial Assistance payments to third-party providers for approved expenses as part of the client’s service plan; Confirm receipt of payments; and submit TFA to Financial Assistance and Quality Assurance Coordinator/Finance on a weekly basis.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Lead Case Manager, QA, Finance, and Program Manager.
• Conduct a peer-to-peer Quality Assurance audit of Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) to include a review of the check register, TFA logs, client files, and database, and make necessary corrections to ensure the Program complies.
• Maintain accurate checkbook/accounting balance at all times. Forward all credit card receipts and appropriate forms to the accounting department promptly. Keep detailed records of payments made. Update client case file appropriately and enter information into HMIS database.
• Demonstrate Exceptional customer service, in Everything you do, by placing the child, family, Veteran or client first to support our mission to "Empower people to build better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities."
  

Essential Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High School or equivalent, reading and writing skills. An associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

6+ months experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and/or auditing, 1 year preferred; 6+ months exp in a heavy customer service-focused environment; 1 year preferred. Experience with HMIS and VA Repository is a plus. Experience in a social service environment is a plus.

ATTENDANCE:

Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer’s sole discretion.

LICENSES:

Driver’s License with a clear record.

VEHICLE:

Must have daily use of a vehicle without prior notice.

OTHER:

Must be available and willing to travel to various locations and with such frequency as the business needs dictate.
Endeavors has a longstanding practice of providing a work environment that is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities.
Endeavors also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail] or speak with your recruiter.
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