Philadelphia FIGHT

Finance Department

Staff Accountant Job Description

Philadelphia FIGHT is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving primarily low-income people in Philadelphia. Philadelphia FIGHT Community Health Centers provide culturally competent comprehensive primary care, and state of the art HIV primary care to low-income members of the community, along with research, consumer education, advocacy, social services and outreach to people living with HIV and those who are at high risk, including family members, communities with high rates of HIV, formerly incarcerated persons, and young people at risk; and access to the most advanced clinical research in HIV treatment and prevention.

The Staff Accountant records transactions in the financial records of the organization using Sage 100, the Accounting Software. The position is hands on which includes maintaining the general ledger, financial reporting and daily accounting tasks. The Staff Accountant is in full-time, exempt position.

Qualifications: BA/BS in Accounting. Two or more years of experience in General Ledger Accounting. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word. Non-profit experience preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to multi-task; work under pressure; meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

1. Experience using complex non-profit accounting software package. Preferably experience with the SAGE 100 accounting system.
2. Ability to work within a diverse work environment and keep a pleasant demeanor.
3. Detail oriented.
4. Willingness to learn and grow in responsibility.

Responsibilities include:

The duties required of the Staff Accountant will include, but not be limited to:

• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other asset/liability account activity
• Assist with the annual audit and provide support schedules/reports
• Reconcile donations and other receivables.
• Record payments received daily
• Monitor activity and reconcile G/L accounts
• Reconcile and enter all credit card spending into the G/L
• Complete employee donation reporting on a quarterly basis
• Record donation and research activity on a monthly basis
• Assist with implementing sound internal controls and best practices
• Work with vendors to reconcile discrepancies
• File and scan finance related documents
• Perform additional duties as requested

Other: Initial probationary period is three months. Performance of other tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis.

Physical Demands: Occasional lifting of 10-20 Ibs. and pushing of 5-20 Ibs. Sitting approximately 80% of the time. Normal accessibility and mobility required. Ability to work at a computer screen for long periods of time.

Work Environment: Generally, works in an office environment.

Salary range: Competitive salary

Work Hours: 40 Hours/Week (M-F 9:00am - 5:00pm)

Philadelphia FIGHT requires proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination series for all new employees hired. Medical and religious exemptions will be honored consistent with EEOC regulation.

FIGHT is an EEO, Affirmative Action, LGBTQ, people living with HIV/AIDS, and protected veterans' institution.

We recognize that an inclusive workforce with a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds is an integral part in our organizational success. We encourage and embrace a diverse workforce that provides us with unlimited ideas and innovative solutions. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees from many backgrounds.

To apply: https://www.fight.org/careers/