Accountant (9020)

Community Health Alliance is seeking an experienced Accountant to support sound financial decision-making by maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. This position is responsible for preparing and entering journal entries, managing accounts payable and receivable, performing bank reconciliations, assisting with annual audits and budget coordination, and improving accounting processes to promote fiscal accountability and organizational effectiveness.

If you enjoy helping people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in providing exceptional customer service, we'd love to have you on our team.

This is a full-time, hybrid position in our Fairfield, Ohio location.

At Community Health Alliance, our Accountants are more than financial professionals—they are an essential part of the team and a vital support to the organization’s ability to operate effectively and responsibly. Through financial expertise, attention to detail, and strong follow-through, you help ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain the integrity of financial records, support budgeting and annual audit processes, and promote compliance with established policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Your work strengthens fiscal accountability, supports sound financial decision-making, and contributes to the organization’s overall effectiveness and long-term success.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.  

• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match – up to 6%
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee training and continued education opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Licensure reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• A collaborative and mission driven culture

What You'll Do:

• Oversee and maintain accurate general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, cash receipts, and disbursements in accordance with established accounting practices and internal procedures.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets, plans, and standards; analyze variances and financial trends; and provide recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Help coordinate internal and external audits, prepare required documentation and government reports, maintain effective internal controls, safeguard organizational assets, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and organizational policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, automate processes, strengthen financial controls, and increase efficiency and accuracy in financial and operational reporting.
• Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, Human Resources, IT, and other departments to support financial planning, employee benefits strategies, operational integration, and effective communication of financial information.
• Maintain current knowledge of accounting standards, regulations, and best practices through ongoing professional development. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the CFO.​​​​​​​

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of five years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in the mental health or healthcare industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, budgeting, and financial operations.
• Proficiency in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, evaluate performance, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and standard business applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, email, and presentations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment and initiative, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethical conduct, professionalism, respectful communication, and high-quality customer service.

Community Health Alliance is a leading provider of behavioral health and human services, delivering high-quality mental health and substance use treatment across a comprehensive continuum of care. We are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based services that empower individuals to achieve recovery, improve their well-being, and reach their highest potential.

Our integrated approach brings together prevention, treatment, recovery support, and community-based services to ensure individuals and families have access to the care they need, when they need it. Through innovation, collaboration, and a person-centered philosophy, we work to improve access to care, strengthen communities, and create lasting positive outcomes.

At Community Health Alliance, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to build a healthier, more hopeful future. Our dedicated team is committed to making a meaningful difference by delivering exceptional care, fostering hope, and empowering the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

 Community Health Alliance, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.