ABOUT US

Group Health Foundation is a relatively new and growing 501(c)(4) philanthropic organization committed to partnering with communities across Washington State to advance a shared vision for a vibrant, healthy future. We are hiring a Staff Accountant to join our expanding team.

Our foundation has an audacious goal: health equity in Washington state. We seek to create and support conditions where people of all communities — especially those experiencing social and economic injustice — can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential.

Cultivating a staff team that embodies the diverse experiences of Washington communities is essential to these aspirations. We strongly and sincerely encourage applications from people of color; immigrant, bilingual, and multicultural individuals; d/Deaf people and people with disabilities; members of LGBTQIA+ and gender non-conforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

To learn more about our work, our approaches, and our values, please visit our website.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant assists with the day-to-day accounting functions at the Foundation. The Staff Accountant ensures the accuracy and timeliness of accounting entries and is responsible for ensuring accounting functions consistently follow the Foundation’s policies, protocols, and workflows. The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and works closely with the finance, human resources, and grants management teams.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position that can be located remotely (within Washington State) or at any of our offices. We currently have an office in Seattle and will be opening offices in the Tri-Cities and Tacoma in 2021. Given that many of our current team members are located in King County, priority will be given to candidates who both live in and have a deep connection to communities in other areas of the State.

Limited early morning, evening, and weekend hours may be required, and occasional statewide and regional travel should be expected. All employees participate in our offsite retreats, which often require travel and overnight stays.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage accounts payable and employee credit cards to ensure accurate and timely payment of payables and resolution of any discrepancies
• Help maintain the general ledger, including month-end account reconciliations and closings
• Upload electronic invoices to the accounting system
• Oversee the vendor database and work with staff to ensure that active contracts follow Foundation protocols
• Confirm that contractor invoices are within the terms of contractor agreements and scopes of work
• Coordinate efforts between payroll and human resources to ensure proper flow and management of employee data
• Assist with semi-monthly payroll processing including review of approved timecards for accuracy and posting activity to the general ledger
• Work closely with the grants management team to ensure accuracy of grantee information and timely grant payments
• Contribute one’s own ideas, perspectives, and lived experiences to the emerging culture of the Foundation
• Assume other responsibilities and explore new opportunities that arise with the evolving needs and aspirations of the Foundation