Job description

POSITION: Accountant I

Who are we?

Education-Plus, Inc. d/b/a Education Plus Health in Pennsylvania (EPH or the Organization) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that improves education and health outcomes and disseminates innovations and best practices. The Organization supports children and families by providing access to high-quality health care and health education to low-income students in their schools in pursuit of greater health equity, and education enrichment opportunities to improve health, academic, and life outcomes. Education-Plus, Inc. engages in scaling and replication of high impact models, consulting and technical assistance to other organizations.

Understanding that education and health outcomes are closely interrelated, our model supports the whole student from elementary school through high school and beyond school-based health care paired with our afterschool enrichment programs and post-secondary educational opportunities in two schools for improved academic and health outcomes. Education Plus Health is committed to improving access to high quality healthcare and driving better educational outcomes for underserved communities. The school-based health centers provide two models of primary care, one embedded within school nursing, both delivered by licensed and certified nurse practitioners in the school environment.

Education Plus Health is the emerging Pennsylvania affiliate of the national School-Based Health Alliance, the voice for school-based health care since 1995. Working together with the support of the Alliance, Education Plus Health advocates for Pennsylvania policies that enable the growth of school-based health centers across the state.

Why do you want to work with us?

We care deeply for not just the students we serve, but our people and communities as well. We value not just technical intelligence, but most importantly, emotional intelligence in our team members. In addition to our people-centered culture and excellent opportunities to learn, we also offer:

• Competitive compensation range of $50-60,000 with potential for increase at 6-month performance evaluation.
• Year-end bonus based on performance.
• Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick leave with accrual increases for Vacation leave at 3rd and 5th working anniversaries.
• Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Disability insurance OR monthly insurance stipend for employees who opt-out of company insurance plan.
• 401k matching up to 3% of employee salary.
• Company-sponsored professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• A small but incredibly friendly and knowledgeable team of peers.

What does this role entail?

Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Accountant I is responsible for the following:

Accounting

• Prepare reconciliation schedules on Statement of Position accounts.
• Assist with month-end activities such as account reconciliations, entering journal entries, ensuring cash accounts are reconciled, and accruals.
• Record vendors bills processing including manage relationship with vendors such as payment plans, gathering of support documentation, credits, Tax exemption, contracts, etc.
• Record all cash account transactions into the AS weekly after approval and reconcile statements monthly.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal regulations and requirements and keep informed about the latest developments in the finance industry.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records and participate in audits or reconciliations, as needed.

Payroll

• Assist with payroll reconciliations biweekly and entering JE to accounting system.
• Support annual payroll reconciliations in preparation for audits.

Invoicing

• Ensure understanding of all assigned grants, contracts, and generating revenue documents.
• Prepare contract and grant invoices and timely submit them with the necessary documentation.
• Build and maintain a relationship with grantors (such as payment plans, late fees, and collections).
• Generate reports necessary according to each individual grant requirement, including budget revisions and projections.

Financial Analysis

• Analyze each assigned grant budget vs. actuals vs. projections.
• Assist in all quality and accuracy controls of the accounting system.
• A· Assist in all quality and accuracy controls to the AS.
• Build Insurance providers data tables and report to Data Analysis team.

Human Resources

• Assist with administrative HR efforts at hiring, terminations, and orientations.
• Requesting new and updated clearances, fingerprints, etc. in database on an ongoing basis.
• Run driving records for employees that are required to drive for specific programs once a year.

General Department Support

• Assist with annual audits and the implementation of GAAP regulations.
• Ensure application of Internal Controls in all functions.
• Assist in entering organizational budget into accounting system.
• Maintain compliance with all Company policies and procedures at all times.
• Work with a multitude of computer and web-based applications, including QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Gusto.
• Maintain electronic records and filing systems. Assisting with the preparation of budgets and custom financial statements.
• Complete additional tasks or projects as assigned or required.

Why do we want to work with you?

You’re intelligent and perceptive in your actions and you possess a high level of professionalism and eagerness to grow, learn, lead others, and work independently while maintaining efficiency and accuracy under minimal supervision. You are also collaborative, fast-moving, and comfortable with change. In addition to the above, some of your qualifications might include:

Education, Experience, Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, OR equivalent experience (required)
• 3+ years GAAP accounting experience in accounting (required)
• Non-profit account experience (strongly preferred)
• 2+ years QBO experience (strongly preferred)

Proven Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong aptitude for math and proficiency with computers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility.
• Ability to thrive in an environment of continuous improvement and change.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• High level of professional ethics and integrity.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and adapt to new priorities quickly.

Physical & Logistical Requirements

• Suitable remote work environment
• Secure, private, reliable, high-speed internet connection.
• Secure, reliable phone line and/or cell phone.
• Ability to spend multiple hours at a desk/computer.

Like what you see and want to connect with us? This is what happens next:

1. Submit your resume, 2 professional references, and a cover letter addressed “Dear EdPlus Team,” explaining why you think you'd be a good fit to join our team in this role. NOTE: Applications without a personalized cover letter and 2 professional references will NOT be considered.

2. Complete the assessments associated with the job posting.

3. We will contact potential candidates to set up a brief phone interview.

4. Final-round candidates will be contacted to set up a formal interview via Zoom.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• GAAP: 4 years (Preferred)
• Non-profit accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19122

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