Junior Project Accountant (EHE) - Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In

Heluna Health invites applicants to apply for the position of Junior Project Accountant supporting LA County Department of Public Health’s Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) project. The EHE project seeks to reduce HIV transmission, increase linkages to care, increase Pre-exposure prophylaxis program (PrEP) enrollment for high priority populations, and respond to HIV outbreaks as quickly and efficiently as possible. This position will work in support of Heluna Health’s mission to enhance the health, wellness and resilience of every community we serve.

SUMMARY

Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of moderately to advanced complex professional accounting activities. 

The position requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A successful candidate will need to feel comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders within a complex system. The Junior Project Accountant should understand the context of Accounting activities and be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. 

This is a temporary, grant-funded, full time benefited position through February 2025. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine and proof of negative TB test or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

The pay range for this position is $27.40 to $31.67 per hour, commensurate with experience. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops and manages moderately complex budgets, analyzes expenditures and tracks projects that are incurring expenses. 
• Reviews, validates, and processes all invoices and authorizations for payment, ensuring all related information and documents are included. Payment types include, but are not limited to, mileage/travel, credit card charges, utilities, subcontractors, consultants, reimbursements, and advances.  Contacts project directors, vendors, and employees for clarification, as needed.  
• Prepares billings and detailed backup documentation for monthly reports and invoices as requested and in accordance with individual projects/funding sources. Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to specific contracts. 
• Prepares various project analysis reports as needed which may include expenditure projections/forecasts for program directors and other financial reports for funders.
• Maintains project files to include current budgets, modifications and billing instructions, correspondence, reimbursements, billing copies and collections.
• Provides exceptional customer service 
• Communiates effectively to internal and external parties via telephone, in person and via written communcations. 
• Performs other duties, as requested.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be proficient in Excel Microsoft Word, Outlook 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Detail-oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
• Accountability  - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Business Acumen – Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues
• Problem solving and Analytical skills – ability to strategically interpret data and resolve issues as they arise
• Timeliness -  Ability to complete tasks within the required timeframe
• Communication skills – Ability to clearly express oneself both orally and in writing to various levels within the organization
• Team player – Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Education/Experience 

Bachelor's Degree (four year college) in Accounting or Finance required and either two years public accounting experience or four years experience in an accounting department preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing trends.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Critical Thinking - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret financial reports generated as part of regular job duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand            Occasionally

Walk             Frequently

Sit                     Frequently

Handling / Fingering    Occasionally

Reach Outward             Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder         Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally

Lift / Carry         Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs

Push/Pull         Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs

See                 Constantly

Taste/ Smell         Not Applicable

Not Applicable  Not required for essential functions

Occasionally      (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently            (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly            (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)