Senior Accountant

***This role will require you to be near one of the listed locations***

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Get ready for something amazing! Imagine this: generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays. And that’s just the start of the incredible perks you’ll enjoy at Vivent Health. There is 401k with 100% employer match up to 5%, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, employer subsidized medical, dental, vision benefits, and gender-affirming care benefits. And that's not even scratching the surface. Our complete package also includes employer paid short and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, certification, and licensure assistance, and so much more. We also offer benefits for part-time roles! 

But here's the real deal. Your journey with Vivent Health isn't just a job. It's a chance to join an organization dedicated to fostering a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.  This makes you a part of something bigger and enables you to have a meaningful impact in our communities and the lives of the amazing patients we serve. 

Here are a few highlights of what working at Vivent Health may offer you: 

• Equity Practices: Fair treatment, access, and opportunities for all employees, creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement, along with training programs and events that promote cultural competence, unconscious bias training, and awareness.
• Collaboration on an inter-disciplinary team: Within our integrated HIV care and prevention model, we employ a high level of collaboration across disciplines. That means that, in your role, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to whole person-care across medical, behavioral health, pharmaceutical, research, and more!
• Delivery of quality patient care: Our integrated HIV care and prevention model is proven to help patients achieve positive health outcomes.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION:

Deliver Excellence. Oversee with Integrity. Drive Progress. Exceed Expectations.

Vivent Health is a nationally recognized leader providing health care and social services to over 15,000 HIV patients. Our award-winning Medical Home model is the gold standard for coordinated care. This success and notoriety allowed us to expand rapidly across the country. At $320 million in revenue, Vivent Health is one of the largest ASO’s in the country, operates now in six States.   A key lever to Vivent’s impact is a $30 million portfolio of federal, state and local grants.

The Senior Accountant will be accountable for the financial performance of a large portfolio of federal, state and local grants. This work will be done in partnership with the grants administration team, program staff and other finance team members, and will be supported by at least one staff grant accountant. The Senior Accountant will participate in budget and financial reviews with program leaders to support strong decision-making based on data analysis. They will perform and oversee complex accounting tasks, including preparation of financial and grant reports, recording and adjustment of accounting transactions, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and federal regulations. Finally, the Senior Accountant will work collaboratively with other team members to strengthen policies, processes and systems for continuous improvement.

A successful Senior Accountant will leverage deep technical expertise, strong communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative orientation to closely monitor grant spending and collection. They will work in close partnership with finance staff and leaders across the organization to develop strategies that maximize funding opportunities in pursuit of greater outcomes for the people we serve.

OUR EXPECTATIONS:

Winning skills and behaviors for success.

Essential Job Duties

• Manage portfolio of grants with full responsibility for compliance, invoicing, and cash collection.
• Partner with grants administration to write grant budgets and strategically allocate resources.
• Directly manage at least one staff accountant and collaborate with the grants team to ensure all supporting staff are trained and effectively utilized.
• Support annual budget and forecast processes, focused on grant revenue and related program expenditures.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare grant and program-specific financial results against budget, identifying key drivers of variances and providing explanations to operations and Grants Management team members.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines and accuracy of financial data.
• Support external audits and grant site visits by providing documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements and regulations.
• Develop and maintain expertise in federal grant requirements and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with grants administration, finance and other stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to all agency policies, including Confidentiality, Employee Handbook, Health Care Corporate Compliance Plan, Standards of Conduct, and other relevant policies.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

LEADERSHIP:

Leadership is the ability to inspire, influence, and guide others towards achieving a common and/or strategic goal or vision. It involves several key elements:

• Vision and Direction: A leader has a clear idea of where they want to go and communicates this vision effectively to others.
• Motivation: Leaders inspire and motivate their team members, encouraging them to give their best effort and stay committed to the goals.
• Decision Making: Effective leaders make informed decisions, often considering input from their team while taking responsibility for the final choices.
• Communication: Communication skills are crucial for leaders to articulate their vision, provide feedback, and foster collaboration among team members.
• Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Leaders understand and relate to the emotions of others, building trust and creating a positive work environment.
• Accountability: Good leaders take responsibility for their actions and decisions, setting a standard of accountability for themselves and their team.
• Adaptability: In a dynamic environment, leaders must be flexible and adaptable, adjusting strategies and approaches as needed to achieve success.
• Collaboration: Leaders model collaboration, engage teams and drive partnerships across departments to transfer knowledge, enhance decision-making and improve results.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Required and preferred knowledge and experiences to succeed.  

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred.
• Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting roles, preferably in not-for-profit setting.
  • 1+ years managing direct reports.
• Technical Experience:
  • At least 2-3 years of federal grant management experience highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems, as well as Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Soft Skills:
  • Meticulous attention to detail in reviewing financial records, performing reconciliations, and preparing financial reports with accuracy.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effectively conveying financial information to stakeholders and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to analyze financial data, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights for decision-making.
  • Effective problem-solving skills to address complex accounting issues, reconcile discrepancies, and implement solutions.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, deadlines, and business needs in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborative approach to working with colleagues, departmental leaders, and external partners to achieve common goals and objectives.
  • High ethical standards and integrity in handling financial information, adhering to professional codes of conduct and organizational policies.
  • Efficient time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in accounting principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • HIV experience in a not-for-profit environment

STATEMENT OF INCLUSION: 

Vivent Health is an equal opportunity employer and will recruit, hire, promote, and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy), mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. Vivent Health complies with other expanded protected classifications that specific county or municipal regulations may mandate. 

Vivent Health is deeply committed to fostering respect, dignity, and understanding for all individuals affected by HIV, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic. We are dedicated to cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that champions advocacy, education, and compassionate care for everyone in our diverse community.  

Going beyond the law’s requirements, Vivent Health places great importance on fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We actively seek qualified candidates from different racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds, as we believe that differing perspectives and experiences make us stronger as an organization. Vivent Health encourages all interested persons to apply for this position, and we look forward to learning more about your unique background and qualifications. 

As a recipient of federal funding, Vivent Health will not hire nor enter a contractual relationship with any party debarred, suspended, or excluded from federal assistance programs. 

Salary 

Starting at $80,000 - $88,000/annually (Depending on Experience)

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. Please note that it is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Employment at our organization may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness programs. We do not directly pay for – nor forgive – federal student loans; however, our status as a not-for-profit organization under Section 501 (c) (3), makes us an eligible employer. There may be other determining factors for one to qualify.

Please follow this URL to review one such program and their requirements:

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service