Supervisor - Senior Accountant-Costs
Job Description
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
The Supervisor – Senior Accountant - Costs is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Accounts Payable (AP), cash receipts, accounting for the self-administered Medical Benefit Plan, and administrative reporting. This role ensures accuracy, compliance with accounting principles, and timely reporting while supporting internal controls and process improvements. The Supervisor supervises a team of accounting staff, collaborates with HR and Finance leadership, and serves as a key resource for financial analysis and operational support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:
Manage the processing of vendor invoices, and corporate credit card reconciliations.
Ensure timely and accurate disbursements in compliance with Frontier Behavioral Health policies and vendor agreements.
Maintain vendor master data and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies.
Prepare, review, and file annual Form 1099 reports with the IRS and distribute 1099’s to vendors.
Ensure compliance with federal and state tax reporting requirements related to vendor payments.
Supervise cash receipts and applications.
Oversee accounting and reconciliation for the self-administered medical benefit plan, including claims payments, contributions, and reserves.
Support recurring financial audits and prepare periodic internal and external reports for management, auditors, and regulators.
Maintain accurate records for audits, monitoring visits, and funding agency reviews.
Partner with program and operations staff to align financial data with program and performance requirements.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Provide additional accounting and management support to other supervisors as required.
Supervise, train, and evaluate accounting staff; provide coaching and performance feedback.
Serve as a liaison between finance, HR, and program management to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Perform other accounting-related and supervisory duties as assigned by Frontier Behavioral Health leadership
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
1. A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Relevant work experience in health care or non-profit fund accounting may be considered by FBH, at its discretion, in place of the degree requirement, depending on the applicant’s overall qualifications.
2. Three to five years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
3. Strong analytical skills and computerized software accounting experience is required.
PREFERRED:
Experience in healthcare or non-profit.
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in an office setting, which may involve sitting and use of computers for four to eight hours per day.
May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
Work may be performed out of office and travel may be needed to outside areas.
Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
PAY RANGE (Salary/Exempt): $81,728.10 - $99,568.26
All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay is $81,728.10 annually.
#IND1
Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.
BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks
Signing Bonus!
No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
Free Employee Assistance Program
Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.