Foundation Accountant, Finance Business Partner

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.
\nIn addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.
\nVHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.
\nThe posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.
\nVHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
\nVHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.

Qualifications

Purpose & Scope:  

The Foundation Accountant is responsible for performing a wide range of accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation duties to support the fiscal integrity of the VHC Health Foundation. This position manages the accurate processing of gifts, pledges, endowments, and restricted funds, and ensures compliance with donor intent, internal controls, and accounting standards. A central function of this role is the expert use of Raiser's Edge (RE7 and RE NXT) for gift processing, reporting, and reconciliation. The Foundation Accountant works closely with Foundation leadership, Finance Division, donors, partners, and stakeholders to provide timely, accurate, and transparent financial information that supports both fundraising and stewardship goals. This position reports directly to the Health System Director, Accounting.

Education:  

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.

Experience:  

• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience required.
• Professional experience using Raiser's Edge or Raiser's Edge NXT, especially in gift processing, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Experience and familiarity with fund accounting, endowment management and donor-restricted funds.
• Experience working in non-profit, higher education or foundation accounting preferred.
• Experience with Workday, Microsoft office tools and similar skills preferred.
• Familiarity with auditing, financial compliance practices, GAAP and accepted foundation reporting principles.

Certification/Licensure:  

None required.

Other Qualifications

Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) membership is preferred.

• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools, financial statements, graphic display of data and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate and innovate with payment collection processes and other to drive efficient collection practices.