Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Onsite at Delta Health Center, Inc.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it's the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965. At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

Position Summary: CPA The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a critical finance team member responsible for overseeing the overall financial integrity, reporting, and regulatory compliance of Delta Health Center, Inc. This onsite position requires expert knowledge of GAAP, non-profit accounting principles, and the complex federal and state funding regulations applicable to FQHCs, ensuring sustainable financial health to support the center's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and manage accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other required standards.
• Compliance and Audits: Lead and coordinate the annual Single Audit, Independent Financial Audit, and all internal and external audits. Prepare necessary workpapers and documentation for auditors.
• Grant Management: Ensure rigorous compliance with all federal, state, and private grant terms, including proper expense tracking, invoicing, reimbursement requests, and timely financial reporting for grants (e.g., Section 330 Grant).
• Cost Reporting: Oversee the preparation and submission of specialized FQHC reports, including the Uniform Data System (UDS) financial report and Medicare/Medicaid Cost Reports (e.g., Prospective Payment System reconciliation - PPSR).
• General Ledger and Operations: Manage the general ledger, perform complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensure proper revenue recognition, and monitor internal controls to safeguard DHC assets.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist the Director of Finance and department managers in developing, monitoring, and analyzing organizational budgets, providing financial projections and variance analysis.
• Policy Implementation: Formulate and recommend accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency, streamline fiscal functions, and ensure ongoing compliance with evolving FQHC regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the clinical and administrative teams to provide financial insights, support operational decisions, and train staff on financial policies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong preference for experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or non-profit healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FQHC-specific accounting (e.g., 340B Program, PPS, grant accounting) and OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).

Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance