Accountant Salary Range: $40,707-$44,482

JOB CODE: Accountant

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt EEOC CODE: Administrative

JOB PURPOSE: Prepares grant and cost reports; performs all accounts receivable duties; assists in payroll functions; assists in accounts payable function; assists in maintaining the general ledger and in preparing the financial statements; assists with the annual audit and with other agency audits; may assist with the maintenance of the Fixed Asset subsidiary records and assists with special projects

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in accounting or finance. Minimum of one year's experience in maintaining a general ledger system, preparing financial statements, or preparing grant cost reports. Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems and Excel spreadsheet program.

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE): BS/BA/BBA

DRIVING REQUIRED: Yes

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good spelling and grammar skills.
• Ability to write memos, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar.
• Computer - skilled in the use of technology with Microsoft Office and all Google applications.
  
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify)

• May be required to interact with other consumers, referral sources, outside agencies, and family members to determine needs and actions to be taken.
• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state.
• Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
• Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due.
• Availability of a personal vehicle for business use may be required.
• Work will take place within office setting
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state
• Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
  
  

Essential Tasks & Standards

• Assists with the maintenance of the General Ledger and annual and other audits.
• Prepares cost reports and routine financial reports for contract/grant agencies.
• Assists with the preparation of the CAM/MEI report. The report shall be completed in accordance with the provisions promulgated by DSHS and DADS and filed timely. Attends required CAM/MEI trainings and maintains familiarity with the CAM/MEI process and regulations.
• Serves as the Assistant Administrative Claiming RMT Coordinator.
• Serves as the backup for all payroll responsibilities.
• Serves as the backup for all accounts payable responsibilities.
• Performs all Accounts Receivable responsibilities.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
  
  

Work Behaviors & Standards

• Attends work regularly and punctually in order to provide reliable and consistent coverage in area of responsibility. Arrives at designated time and departs according to schedule. Maintains a willingness to adjust schedule to meet the needs of the situation. Makes every attempt to pre-schedule absences and provide dependable coverage and service. Complies with Center policies regarding leave usage, absenteeism, and tardiness.
• Interacts with person served in an emotionally supportive and/or therapeutic manner in order to provide an environment of caring, dignity, and respect.
• Works harmoniously with fellow employees, supervisors, family, and friends of persons served, and the public in order to create an environment of caring, dignity and respect, and that allows for the accomplishment of the Center's mission.
• Utilizes work time effectively to insure that all assignments are completed in a thorough and timely manner.
• Abides by all Center policies and procedures regarding training objectives and requirements including those that relate to safety and infectious disease control. Will keep all Staff Development mandatory trainings current.
• Adheres to Center policies and procedures and all applicable requirements and regulations of HHSC, CMS, Texas Administrative Code, CARF, relevant contracts and all other applicable regulatory bodies.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding consumers, records, personnel, and other sensitive and confidential information in order to comply with Center, state, and federal policy.
• Conducts all aspects of employment in accordance with Center's Compliance Program.
  
  

POSITION COMPONENT

WORKING POSITION TITLE (i.e., Case Manager, Accounting Clerk, Eligibility Specialists

SPECIFIC POSITION FUNCTIONS: (i.e., overnight work, works with children, homeless, in a hospital setting, offenders)