Accounting Specialist - AP

ABOUT LLCHC 

Lower Lights Christian Health Center (LLCHC) transforms the overall health of Central Ohio, serving one individual at a time. We are focused on whole-person wellness, available to ALL in Central Ohio who need it, regardless of ability to pay!  We served over 15,000 patients - with 40% being uninsured - and totaled 50,000+ medical encounters!

Operating out of seven locations, we offer medical care (primary care, dental, vision, OB/GYN, telehealth), behavioral health care, 340B pharmacy, nutritional assistance programs, and more. Working hours are Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday morning coverage. 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of accounts payable functions while supporting broader accounting operations, including reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. This role serves as a key contributor to maintaining financial integrity and ensuring compliance within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment. 
 
The ideal candidate combines strong transactional accuracy with the ability to understand and support the full accounting cycle, contributing to continuous process improvement and cross-functional collaboration. 

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Accounts Payable (Primary Focus) 

• Process and verify invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and approvals 
• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice entry and payments 
• Ensure timely and accurate disbursements 
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies 
• Maintain audit-ready A/P documentation 
• Support 1099 preparation and compliance 

General Accounting & Financial Support 

• Prepare and post journal entries 
• Perform monthly account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close 
• Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis 
• Maintain general ledger accuracy in accordance with GAAP 

Payroll & Cross-Functional Support 

• Support payroll processing and reconciliations 
• Collaborate with departments on expense coding 
• Assist in resolving system discrepancies (NetSuite, Paycom) 

Compliance & Controls 

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and policies 
• Support audit requests and documentation 
• Maintain compliance with FQHC regulatory requirements 

Process Improvement & Systems 

• Identify opportunities to improve workflows 
• Support system enhancements and data integrity 
• Contribute to strengthening financial processes and controls 

Other Duties 

• Participate in special projects 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life, disability 
• Generous Paid Time Off 
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to various consultants 
• 3% match toward retirement fund 
• And more!

LIVING OUR VALUES

You are mission-oriented and passionate about living out your purpose. You play an active role in responding to the needs of the community and organization. You work well alongside your teammates and use your time and resources effectively. You challenge yourself to grow personally and professionally. You embrace diversity and enjoy providing your customers with excellent treatment and compassion. 

Education & Qualifications:  

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred 
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, with A/P focus
• Healthcare or nonprofit experience preferred 
• Experience with NetSuite, Paycom, and Excel 
• Understanding of GAAP 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

Skills & Competencies 

• Accuracy & Accountability 
• Analytical Thinking 
• Collaboration 
• Continuous Improvement 
• Communication