Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Description

Position Title: Accountant

FLSA Classification: Exempt - Administrative

Reports To: Controller

Positions Supervised: Assigned Accounting Staff

The accountant coordinates and performs accounting, reporting, reconciliation, cash-management, and financial-control activities. The position collaborates with accounting staff, department leaders, grant and property functions, and the Controller to ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and effective financial operations.

• Assists with the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports for review with department leaders.
• Oversees accounts payable processing, general-ledger activity, account maintenance, and related accounting data entry.
• Completes monthly bank reconciliations and reconciles balance-sheet accounts and subsidiary records.
• Monitors daily cash requirements and supports informed financial decision-making.

• Maintains accounting-related software and supporting systems, including mileage, donor, purchasing-card, and other assigned platforms.
• Maintains appropriate accounting controls, records, procedures, and safeguards.
• Assists with updating the accounting policy manual annually and develops step-by-step job aids for assigned functions.
• Maintains organized, accurate, and audit-ready accounting records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Collaborates with accounting staff and department leaders to resolve financial questions, obtain supporting information, and complete reporting requirements.
• Provides timely, accurate, and professional financial information while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate internal controls.

• Assists with preparation of supporting work papers for the annual audit and nonprofit tax return.
• Works with the Controller to analyze financial statements and recommend improvements.
• Supports grant and HUD-property financial compliance, including grant reporting, rental records, and collections.
• Participates in financial-system improvements, special analyses, and other accounting projects as assigned.

• Supports payroll functions affecting accounting, including reconciliation of payroll-related general-ledger accounts.
• Collaborates with accounting staff to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent completion of department responsibilities.
• Supports MHA’s mission through financial stewardship, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Completes other duties and special assignments as requested by the Controller.

Demonstrates clear, respectful, and professional communication in both verbal and written interactions, with a focus on collaboration and solution-oriented dialogue. Shares information responsibly and addresses concerns constructively while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor—even in challenging situations.

Effectively manages workload by prioritizing tasks, planning proactively, and addressing challenges to meet deadlines and responsibilities. Maintains a solution-focused approach and professional composure while balancing competing priorities.

Demonstrates dependability by consistently meeting commitments, deadlines, and responsibilities while taking ownership of work and outcomes. Acts with integrity, follows through on obligations, and addresses mistakes proactively to support a culture of accountability and trust.

Demonstrates adaptability by embracing new processes, priorities, and organizational changes with resilience and a willingness to learn. Adjusts work approaches as needed and supports others through change with a constructive, solution-focused mindset.

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and professional standards while supporting goals and initiatives through actions and attitude. Consistently follows policies and ethical guidelines, maintains confidentiality, and contributes to a culture of professionalism, respect, and service.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field required; equivalent relevant education and progressively…