Accountant (Req 100881) Watervliet, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1601+Broadway+Watervliet+NY+USA+12189) Apply Description GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with preparations of various accounting schedules and office related duties for Whitney Young Health; including, reconciliations, journal entries, reviewing accounts and department postings for accuracy. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: + Prepares all entries to close the book and reconciles various accounts and prepares monthly and yearly financial statements, + Reviews purchase orders, payroll, allocations and other reports, for compliance and proper documentation. Coordinates data requirements for reporting with Director of Accounting. + Demonstrates a good communicates with management, employees and supervisors in an effective manner, + Cover the job for purchasing, bill and check process in the absence of AP clerk, + Covers the job for the grant activities in the absence of Grant Account, including retrieving monthly spending and assisting to generate expenditure/voucher reports as required. + Demonstrates excellence in both internal and external customer service. + Understands and is able to effectively communicate HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance and client confidentiality. + Ensures and/or remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. + Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and the Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center. + Completes other duties as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field with one (1) year of business related experience; has practical skills using Microsoft Office tools; including MS Word and Excel. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with Sage Intacct, Paylocity, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Yooz Purchase System, and Health care management experience is a plus. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. Salary range: $28.00 - $30.00 hourly