Accountant I

About Casa Esperanza

Casa Esperanza, Inc. is a bilingual/bicultural behavioral health treatment provider serving Boston and the Merrimack Valley. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to recover from addiction, trauma, mental illness, and other chronic medical conditions; overcome homelessness and discrimination; and achieve health and wellness through comprehensive, integrated care.

***No Staffing Agencies Please***

About The Role

The Accountant I is a position within the finance department, responsible for supporting core accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial records. Working under the guidance of senior accounting staff, this role will assist with general ledger maintenance, routine reconciliations, and the preparation of standard financial reports. The Accountant I will help ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards while providing timely and accurate information to support business decision-making. This position is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a structured corporate finance environment.

What You'll Do

• Process invoices for payment, which includes accurately entering invoice information and properly coding it into the general ledger system, and obtaining invoice approvals within accounting software (Sage-Intacct).
• Ensure invoices are paid on a timely basis while not duplicating payments. Effectively monitor and follow up on invoices placed on hold/draft for future submission.
• Email payment documentation to appropriate vendors.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors and internal clients for inquiries related to accounts payable activity. Analyze and research AP discrepancies.
• Obtain vendor statements monthly and reconcile. Maintain a monthly reconciliation record. Perform other accounting functions as they arise (e.g., ad hoc reporting).
• Support year-end audit functions. Request W9 information for new vendor maintenance to properly set up for payment of invoices.
• Responsible for the monthly rent process. Perform month-end rent reconciliation and maintain the rent schedules.
• Maintain up-to-date tenants’ information in conjunction with the Director of Operations and Subsidy Organizations.    
• Ensure expense allocations to grants and programs are accurate and reasonable.
• Prepares journal entries, reconciles ledger accounts, and ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and organizational policies, procedures, and contracts.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded.
• Complete daily, monthly, and quarterly responsibilities in accordance with the Finance Calendar.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of year-end audit work papers.
• Perform special projects and ad hoc analyses as needed.

Experience, knowledge, and skills necessary for the position:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Bilingual—English/Spanish, strongly preferred.
• 2-3 years experience.
• Familiarity with specialized nonprofit industry or healthcare accounting practices, reporting requirements, and procedures.
• Proficient in grants expense management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle exposure to sensitive information.
• Exceptional ability to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in data entry and analysis, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills, including written, verbal, and telephone communication.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct, or a similar ERP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to meet the physical and training requirements of the position.

Schedule:

Full Time (Remote): 40 Hours per Week

Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm

What we offer:

Casa Esperanza Benefits Package:

• Compensation: $65,000-70,000 Annual Salary
• Holiday Pay (12 days per year + 1 floating holiday)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)—18 days in year one, 20.5 days in year 2, 23 days in year 5
• Sick Pay—10 paid days per year
• Long/Short-Term Disability 
• Paid by Company Life Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• FSA/DCA (Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• ComPsych Guidance Resources - EAP
• Educational Opportunities
• Tuition Remission
• Employee Ticket at Work (Discounts for Entertainment, Travel, Movies, etc.)
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Increased Salary for Credentials
• and more...

Physical & Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

At Casa Esperanza, Inc., the health and safety of our people is our number one priority. That’s why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and boosted, when eligible) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement.

Casa Esperanza’s EEO Statement

Casa Esperanza is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Casa Esperanza, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected].