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NPAIHB

Staff Accountant

NPAIHB, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Overview

Job Title: Staff Accountant Reports to: Controller Salary Range: $31.50-34.00 per hour Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance, Retirement Contributions, PTO, and Paid Holidays Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE); Regular w/ Benefits Location: Portland, OR About the Organization

Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB) is a 501(c)3 designated organization serving 43 federally recognized Tribes in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. The Board aims to eliminate health disparities and improve quality of life for American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting culturally appropriate health programs and services. Position Summary

The Staff Accountant reports to the Controller and is responsible for assisting the Finance Department with multiple accounting duties, including journal entries, reconciliations, and organizing support documents related to Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Contracts & Grants, in accordance with the NPAIHB Finance Manual. The position collaborates closely with the Controller, Grants Fund Manager, and other staff in maintaining the finance department’s financial systems. This position is based at NPAIHB’s offices in Portland, Oregon. Essential Functions

Responsible for Accounting General Ledger Functions. Prepare Payroll and related journal entries as assigned. Reconcile 941 payroll taxes to payroll reports and trial balance on a quarterly basis. Prepare month-end journal entries and other journal entries as assigned. Assist in review and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts as needed. Assist with reconciling outstanding bank account items. Perform system maintenance and testing for accounts payable and purchasing. Assist with accounting for NPAIHB’s grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts. Assist with correspondence to Project Directors and other staff with open PO reports. Reconcile contract payments and contract summary reports as needed. Work with Accounts Payable Specialist and Grant Fund Manager to review coding of Accounts Payable and Payroll, assuring allowability of costs and correct allocation to cost centers. Monitor contract payments through system reports and random testing of payments. Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. Other Duties Reconcile travel reports as needed. Assist in coordination of internal and external audits. Collaborate with Controller and Grant Fund Manager in Monthly and Year-end closings. Support Finance team and staff as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Executive Director or designee. Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field or equivalent experience. Experience

Three or more years of GL accounting experience is required. Three or more years of experience with advanced accounting software applications is required – Sage Intacct preferred. Additional experience preferred: Proficiency with Sage Intacct system. Experience working with federal, state and private grants, cooperative agreements and contracts. Experience with G/L reconciliation. Direct experience working with Northwest Tribes. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge, discretion, tact, judgment, and ability in working effectively with Tribal, federal and state representatives. Proficiency with computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite programs). Excellent analytical, interpersonal, writing and grammar skills. Must be sensitive to cross-cultural differences and able to work effectively within their context. Ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise initiative, and make independent decisions and recommendations. Ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner. Must be able to travel, as needed. Probationary Period

External applicants must agree to a minimum six-month probationary period during which their employment can be terminated at will. For internal applicants, a minimum six-month probationary period applies when job duties change significantly. Work Conditions

Physical Demands

This position frequently involves sedentary work and occasional light physical activity as described by the applicant’s duties. Physical Requirements

The position may require detailed information exchange, frequent use of hands and wrists, walking, standing or sitting for sustained periods, and occasional climbing or stairs. Typical Environmental Conditions

Primarily inside work with protection from weather; occasional outside environmental conditions. Travel Requirements

Travel is generally not required, with potential local travel to trainings or meetings. Disclaimers

The individual must perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation and may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. The NPAIHB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics, except as allowed by Title 25, U.S.C. § 450e(b) for Indian preference in hiring.

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