Healthcare Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc; Porterville (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc is seeking an Accounting Specialist to handle accounts payable and payroll with accuracy and timely processing. Responsibilities include matching invoices, preparing payments, processing payroll, and ensuring compliance with IRS and funding regulations.

The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate well with staff and leadership. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of bookkeeping

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills with diverse populations
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information
• Must type 45 wpm with accuracy and have a 10-key by touch
• Knowledge of payroll and accounts payable processes is preferred

Responsibilities

• Match requisitions, POs, and receiving reports to invoices
• Prepare A/P Authorization for Payment forms
• Calculate and prepare checks for invoices and monitor discounts
• Process payroll: collect timecards, verify hours, enter data
• Distribute paychecks per policies and monitor leave accruals
• Prepare year-end payroll reports and IRS 1099 forms
• Support annual audits and grant audits
• Ensure compliance with federal funding regulations and licensing

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Confidentiality

Typing 45 wpm

10-key by touch

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year bookkeeping experience or approved program

Tools

Microsoft Office

General office software

Job description

Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc is seeking an Accounting Specialist to handle accounts payable and payroll with accuracy and timely processing. Responsibilities include matching invoices, preparing payments, processing payroll, and ensuring compliance with IRS and funding regulations.

The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate well with staff and leadership. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of bookkeeping