Senior Accountant

Ariel Clinical Services; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Group Life Insurance 100% covered

HSA & FSA

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness Program

Retirement 403B with 5% match

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Culture of Awesomeness

Job summary

Ariel Clinical Services in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial operations for nonprofit healthcare programs. You will manage accounts payable/receivable, oversee billing and claims, and help maintain GAAP-compliant records under CFO supervision.

The position is full-time, Mon-Fri, 8:00–5:00 with a competitive hiring range. Experience with Sage Intacct and advanced Excel are preferred to optimize financial reporting and program accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Minimum 3 years progressive accounting experience, preferably nonprofit/healthcare.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, PowerQuery/PowerBi/SQL and advanced Excel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial data and reports under CFO supervision.
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable for all programs.
• Lead billing and claims functions and ensure GOAAP-compliant records.
• Maintain and optimize the Sage Intacct system and produce spreadsheet reports.
• Collaborate with program staff to resolve billing and payment issues promptly.
• Prepare monthly AR reports for Executive Team and program managers.

Skills

GAAP

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

PowerQuery

PowerBi

SQL

Excel

Job description

Description

Senior Accountant

Grand Junction, CO

One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 5:00

Hiring Range: $33.65 - $36.69/ hr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, prepares and maintains financial and business transaction data using established procedures and produces reports that support accurate accounting records. Performs complex clerical and accounting duties, manages accounts receivable and accounts payable processing for all programs, and serves as lead for billing and claims functions.

Minimum Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health or human services environment.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Preferred:

• Professional experience using accounting software, such as Sage Intacct or a comparable financial management system.
• Professional experience with PowerQuery, PowerBi, and/or SQL.
• Advanced skills in Excel software.

We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package:

Subject to Eligibility.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
• Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
• Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness!

Ariel Clinical Services has been in business for over 30 years!

• Ariel has grown significantly since its early days of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we offer a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, therapy, and much more.
• We are proud to say we have expanded our reach beyond the Western Slope! Now, we provide services in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.
• At Ariel, we deeply value our community and recognize the vital role it plays in the lives of our members and employees. That’s why we’re committed to staying engaged through both financial contributions and hands‑on service initiatives.
• As we continue to grow, we’re equally committed to fostering professional growth for our team. Many of our entry‑level roles offer clear pathways for advancement within the organization.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potential, and fully participate in society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. 1. Serves as the primary contact for administrative billing team members, including Benefits and Specialists, and coordinates communication to support efficient operations and collaboration.
2. 2. Supports a collaborative team environment and assists with training accounting team members as directed.
3. 3. Follow established Standard Operating Procedures for all accounting functions.
4. 4. Facilitate solutions with Accounting Team to improve process efficiency and program support.
5. 5. Supports all programs with contract preparation and records retention.
6. 6. Prepares, issues, and posts bills, receipts, and invoices for all programs.
7. 7. Maintains and optimizes the Sage Intacct financial management system.
8. 8. Analyzes and verifies financial information by developing spreadsheet reports.
9. 9. Collaborate with program staff to resolve billing and payment issues promptly.
10. 10. Prepares monthly accounts receivable reports for the Executive Team and program managers and helps resolve outstanding billing issues.

Requirements

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

1. 1. Must work closely with other Ariel Programs and offices.
2. 2. Remain up to date on Medicaid and County billing procedures and requirements.
3. 3. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. 1. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in individual and group settings while adapting to diverse learning and communication styles.
2. 2. Ability to build rapport with employees, and other agencies, and to remain calm under pressure.
3. 3. Ability to maintain professional boundaries while establishing a trustworthy and beneficial relationship.
4. 4. Ability to represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.
5. 5. Ability to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
6. 6. The ability to meet, co-ordinate, and communicate deadlines with other program staff.
7. 7. Ability to protect organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
8. 8. Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly.
9. 9. Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion and direct others, as needed.
10. 10. Intermediate to advanced computer knowledge.
11. 11. Knowledge of all services Ariel Clinical Services provides.
12. 12. Exercise independent judgment within the scope and boundaries of the department, the Agency’s Standard Operating Procedures, and Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations regarding department operations.
13. 13. Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.

Certifications/Licenses

None

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Physical Demands

1. 1. This position requires that the incumbent be capable of bending, sitting, stooping, stretching, and/or reaching regularly for periods up to two hours without a break.
2. 2. This position requires that the incumbent have adequate hand and finger dexterity to properly perform the functions of the position.
3. 3. This position requires lifting regularly up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds.
4. 4. This position requires the ability to hear and see. Adaptive devices are acceptable.

Work Environment

1. 1. Exposure to typical climate-controlled office environment.
2. 2. Exposure to noise and conversations associated with normal daily operations.

Required Background Checks & Documentation

1. 1. Central Registry for Child Abuse
2. 2. Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)
3. 3. Federal Criminal Background Investigation (FBI)
4. 4. Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS)
5. 5. CBI Sex Offender Background Check
6. 6. National Sex Offender Background Check
7. 7. Reference check
8. 8. Driver’s License Record
9. 9. Office of Inspector General
10. 10. I-9 documentation
11. 11. Transcripts