Hospice of Southern Maine: Accountant

The Accountant will support the finance function at the agency through accounts payable management and other financial activities. ResponsibilitiesAccounts payable management; including downloading of bills, managing of accounting mail/email, sending/receiving approvals, etc.Ensure bills are paid timely, coded to the proper accounts, and are paid based on manager’s approvals.Input vendor information ensuring current W9 forms are on file.Process year end 1099 tax forms.Review contracts to be sure bills are in line with agreement and proper expense accruals booked.Assist with monthly financial close process.Enter bank deposits into accounting software based on information obtained from Development reports and perform monthly reconciliations of fundraising activities and investigate any variances with development department.Assist with monthly bank reconciliations.Perform general ledger reconciliations.Gain familiarity with contracts for purchasing of goods or services to assure proper accounts payable processing and seeks ways to improve purchasing power.Seek cost savings with vendor agreements or purchasing processes and works with the Finance Director to optimize purchasing agreements and compare alternate vendors as appropriate.Participate in annual financial audit activities.QualificationsAssociates degree in Accounting required, Bachelors degree in Accounting preferredMinimum of 2 years of experience in accounting requiredExperience in accounts payable management requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with a high level of skill using Excel requiredExperience in a healthcare setting and/or non-profit preferred