Senior Accountant

Community Action Partnerships of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) is a non‑profit community‑based health and human services organization that serves low‑income, disadvantaged and those unable to meet their needs through other sources. The agency was established in 1965 and provides services to over 9,000 individuals, children and families in three main areas: Community Health Services : WIC, Commodity Supplemental Food, Foster Grandparents, Head Start, and Child Development Center. Clinical Health Services : Primary Care, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Management, Immunizations, Migrant Health, Ryan White HIV; Behavioral Health including Counseling Services, Medication Management, Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Services and Dental Services. Supportive Health Services : Family Stabilization, a Teen Outreach Program, SOAR, Youth Leadership Program, Youth Shelter and Housing Assistance Programs. OUR PROMISE Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. VISION Communities where everyone has an opportunity for a successful life. MISSION The Mission Statement of the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska is to provide quality services and promote learning opportunities to improve nurture the health and well‑being of Western Nebraska communities. KEY BELIEFS Integrity – We treat all people with dignity and respect. Compassion – We believe working compassionately with people enriches all. Inclusion – We are inclusive and advocate for diversity. Collaboration – We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission. Innovation – We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices. COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM JOB TITLE Senior Accountant REPORTS TO Chief Financial Officer AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Responsible for assisting the CFO in monitoring the activities of the organization's fiscal activities, including the maintenance of accounts, financial statements, cash flow, and investments; Provide financial information and statements to internal and external users; Assist in oversight of the efficient operations of department systems and programs; Provide guidance and leadership on compliance with the organization's accounting policies and procedures and GAAP. MAJOR DUTIES Review daily transactions including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable; oversee general ledger. Enter health center accounts payable coding sheets into accounting system. Enter health center monthly charges and adjustments into accounting system. Enter health center program budgets into accounting system. Complete transfers between bank accounts timely and accurately. Provide a daily bank balance of the main bank account to the CFO and the Chief Executive Officer. Maintain and balance assets and liability accounts by verifying, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies. Prepare monthly and quarterly grant reports as needed for health center programs. Implement and monitor fiscal internal control systems. Perform the necessary duties in the absence of the CFO. Prepare and Process payroll bimonthly. Responsible for hiring, onboarding, directing and mentoring staff, including communicating job expectations, performance reviews, and corrective actions, staff schedules, reviews and approve timecards, time off requests and attendance tracking of direct reports. Maintain confidentiality of records and communications following CAPWN policy and HIPAA privacy and security policies and procedures. As a CAPWN team member, dedicate your energy to providing high quality, value-added customer service and care to our clients. Embrace the CAPWN Standards of Behavior, practicing integrity, strong communication and respect for leaders and peers. Engage with the team and commit to improving and nurturing the health and well‑being of the individuals in the communities we serve. Other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS General office environment: Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work with standard office equipment. Normal monthly, quarterly and annual timelines for completion of accounting activity presents average stress for an accounting office. Able to attend meeting and training sessions in and out of the area. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to work with clients, vendors, and other employees. Must regularly talk, hear and have close vision ability. Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, push and pull file drawers. Fine manipulation of the hands with repetitive action. Operate office machines, printers, computers, adding machines. Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Grade: 8 Associate's Degree in Business and Accounting from an accredited college PLUS two years relevant experience in accounting minimum. Two years' supervisory experience preferred. Training or experience in the non‑profit sector is preferred. Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and insured vehicle. Age 21 or older. Computer knowledge/experience with Microsoft Office programs and accounting applications required. Advanced Excel experience required. Grade: 9 Meet the minimum qualifications above AND Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university AND Three years' relevant experience in accounting in non‑profit organization preferred. Grade:10 Meet the minimum qualifications above AND Five or more years' relevant experience in accounting in non‑profit organization preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr