Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant

The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc.

Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Location: On-site
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

About The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc.

The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc. is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services in a professional and supportive environment. Our organization relies on responsible financial management, accountability, teamwork, and ethical business practices to support its healthcare operations and service objectives.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our Finance Department. This position provides an opportunity to apply accounting expertise in support of accurate financial reporting, sound fiscal management, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and funding requirements.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc. by performing general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and other essential accounting activities. This position assists with month-end and year-end closing processes, accounts payable and accounts receivable, audit preparation, and the maintenance of accurate financial records.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), sound analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical financial practices.

Preference will be given to candidates with accounting experience in healthcare organizations, nonprofit organizations, or Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), particularly those with experience managing grant funds, tracking grant expenditures, and supporting compliance with funding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to support accurate financial reporting.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely transaction processing.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, board reports, and internal management reports.
• Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records in accordance with established policies, procedures, and accounting standards.
• Assist with monitoring grant expenditures and maintaining supporting financial documentation for grant-funded activities, as applicable.
• Support compliance with GAAP, applicable funding requirements, and internal financial controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, operational efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Protect confidential financial, patient-related, and organizational information.
• Coordinate with the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Director, and other staff to support the organization’s financial objectives.
• Perform other accounting, finance, and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Two to three years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting or finance experience in a healthcare organization, nonprofit organization, or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
• Experience with grant accounting, grant fund management, and tracking expenditures associated with restricted funding.
• Familiarity with federal funding requirements, grant compliance, financial documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting financial audits, preparing financial reports, and maintaining effective internal controls in a nonprofit or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with accounting procedures and financial reporting requirements applicable to federally funded healthcare programs.

Work Environment and Schedule

• Full-time, on-site position.
• Standard 40-hour workweek.
• Occasional extended hours may be required during month-end closing, year-end closing, and audit periods.
• Standard office environment with moderate noise levels.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, meetings, or conferences.

The C.W. Williams Community Health Center is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, performance, and organizational needs. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws prohibiting discrimination and are committed to maintaining a respectful workplace where every employee has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Why Join The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc.?

Join an organization dedicated to providing quality healthcare services. As a Staff Accountant, you will contribute to responsible financial management, accurate reporting, and the financial accountability that supports the Center’s operations.

Your accounting expertise will help maintain sound financial practices and support the organization’s continued delivery of healthcare services.

\nCompany Description

At C.W. Williams Community Health Center, your work directly shapes access to healthcare for thousands of patients across our clinics and mobile medical units. This is an organization where operational and financial decisions are not abstract—they determine how quickly patients are seen, how efficiently services are delivered, and how sustainably we serve our community.

We are a mission-driven organization that values disciplined leadership, strong systems, and accountability. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will be used, respected, and challenged, this is that opportunity.

Company Description

At C.W. Williams Community Health Center, your work directly shapes access to healthcare for thousands of patients across our clinics and mobile medical units. This is an organization where operational and financial decisions are not abstract—they determine how quickly patients are seen, how efficiently services are delivered, and how sustainably we serve our community.\r\n\r\nWe are a mission-driven organization that values disciplined leadership, strong systems, and accountability. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will be used, respected, and challenged, this is that opportunity.