Accounts Payable/Bookkeeper

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/BOOKEEPER

MUST HAVE STRONG ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPERIENCE

This is a Onsite position in St. Paul MN USA

Not available for remote.

starting salary $33.50

responsible for providing overall day-to-day general business, while assuring financial accountability within established healthcare standards and government regulations for Holy Family Residence . As a vital member of the administrative team, the individual shares the core values of the Little Sisters of the Poor, in particular that of responsible stewardship for all resources. Personal and professional integrity and ethical standards of conduct complement the knowledge and understanding of business principles needed in a not-for-profit, charitable organization.

The BOOKKEEPER

• ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
• general ledger,
• donation revenue,
• liability insurance,
• local/state and federal business operations requirements,
• banking duties and reconciliation,
• tracking cash flow through established policy/procedure protocol and general office tasks .
• Monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Cost Reports
• Balance Sheets
• Data Entry into Point Click Care

Qualifications: (including Education and/or Experience)

1. Minimum of an Associate Degree in a business or related field and seven years of progressive responsibility in Business Office management and accounting experience . Or, the professional equivalent in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. This experience would have incorporated accounting principles and general business operations, including but not limited to: practical experience in budgeting, banking duties and reconciliation, accounts payable/receivable, depreciation and liability coverage.
2. Preferred: Prior work experience in a not-for-profit and a health care related employment, with a working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other governmental requirements.
3. Must be able to work individually, as well as part of a team with peers and in committees to meet established deadlines in support of the mission of the Little Sisters of the Poor.
4. In addition to expected hours of work, willingness to be available and flexible with work hours to meet the department's goals and deadlines (i.e. year-end reports and annual audit preparation).

Essential Functions:

1.Demonstrate support and further the philosophy, mission and core values of the Little Sisters of the Poor at through a successful, comprehensive, efficient business office.

2.Responsible for all Business Office functions including but not limited to the following:

a.Accounts payable following all due dates, payment plans and deadlines.

b.Maintain the general ledger.

c.Safeguard cash flow from all income sources, including donation revenue by recording and assuring timely bank and investment deposits/withdrawals/transfers.

d.Meet all governmental, civil/legal and religious requirements for business operations, licensure and permit renewals at . This includes tax-exempt status for a not-for corporation, operational waivers and renewal applications to maintain accessibility for the disabled (vehicles).

e.Collaborate closely with the maintenance department to direct the planning and coordination of property management, including buildings, building contents, security and vehicles. Participate in the resolution of any conflicts with policies and procedures in regards to the Home's property.

f.Implement the general insurance and liability coverage negotiated on the province level, ensuring appropriate staff are familiar with the scope of coverage, terms and claims reporting.

g.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for administration and Chicago Province. This includes preparation of annual and interim auditing processes for the Home's Corporate Board (Little Sisters), departmental supervisors, lay Board of Advisors and other consultants associated with the Home. Adhere to guidelines and time lines established on the provincial level of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Chicago Province.

h.Actively assist in developing and administering an annual budget. Provide guidance to department heads on adhering to a department budget.

3.Accurate and efficient use of software and web-based programs, standard business office equipment. Maintain a computerized data-base system for all accounting functions and reports. Business standard for record retention.

4.Accountable to provide the Mother Superior/Administrator with full disclosure of expenditures and revenue - approval for payments, disbursements and notifying her of errors.

5.Analyze and document business processes, practices and problems. Propose solutions to enhance business practices and implement appropriate administrative decisions and corrective actions. Adhere to the established internal control system and corporate compliance program with administrative team.

6.Provide periodic (at least twice yearly) review of the staff payroll program and Residents Services Office to ensure accuracy and reduce the possibility of loss, error or misappropriation of benefits. This includes but is not limited to: reviewing payroll detail for employee taxes, withholdings and benefit provisions. For Residents Services this includes reviewing Resident Trust handling practices and reconciliation, preparation of invoices, receivables and timeliness of payor billing.

7.Serve as back-up for payroll preparation/transmission and Residents Services Office essential duties when directed by Supervisor.

8.Oversees purchasing/lease programs (at times, this may be assured by someone other than the Business Office Manager). Assure that all these programs as well as the vendors, professional contractors or third parties provide materials or services to within the Corporate Compliance program, honor the non-profit and religious tax-exempt status, and avoid engaging in business practices contrary to the spirit of the Little Sisters of the Poor. Demonstrate responsible stewardship regarding appropriate usage of purchases vs donated items.

9.Assure general office services such as but not limited to postage, mailing, shipping, purchase orders, group purchase programs, office supplies/equipment.

10.Integrate the Business Offices into the life of the Home, showing a genuine interest in the Residents' happiness and appreciation for the family spirit.

Compensation details: 33.5-33.5 Hourly Wage

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