Accounting Information Systems Analyst Bellingham (Full-time, hourly)

Full-timeposition (40 hours per week)

Wage range $35.87 - $38.74 per hour (DOE)

With COMPETITIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Generous PTO: Paid Sick Time Paid Vacation (15 days for F/T Employees) 11.5 Agency Paid Holidays plus 2 Personal Holidays
• Medical Dental Vision Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Employer Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

The Accounting Information Systems Analyst is responsible for supporting the Accounting Departments financial systems reporting processes workflow automation and key accounting operations. This position serves as the primary accounting systems resource for the region and supports the implementation maintenance optimization and integration of accounting-related systems including the general ledger billing reporting and workflow platforms. The position also provides critical backup support for Raintree and related Medicaid billing processes assists with month-end close and reconciliations and supports continuity of accounting operations through cross-training process improvement and documentation of key functions.

• Serves as the Accounting Departments primary systems support resource for accounting and finance-related applications including INFOR Raintree (Backup support) Cybersource SharePoint Microsoft Office applications and other related platforms.
• Supports implementation optimization maintenance and troubleshooting of the regions general ledger and financial reporting systems including workflow design and system/process improvements associated with INFOR.
• Provides backup support for Raintree and related accounting and billing functions including support for Medicaid billing workflows revenue tracking payment posting adjustments reporting and reconciliation processes for behavioral health programs.
• Assists in maintaining continuity of accounting operations by supporting documentation cross-training and knowledge transfer related to specialized Medicaid billing and accounting processes.
• Develops maintains and improves workflow approvals automation and system integrations between accounting and operational systems including but not limited to INFOR Raintree Cybersource SharePoint and other regional applications.
• Supports accounting-related reporting data validation data integrity and analysis across multiple systems to improve accuracy efficiency and timeliness of financial information.
• Serves as a departmental resource for Microsoft Office applications including advanced Excel functionality SharePoint-based process tools Outlook workflows and other technology solutions that support accounting operations.
• Participates in AI-related process improvement initiatives workflow redesign and automation projects intended to improve efficiency reduce manual work and strengthen internal controls within accounting operations.
• Assists with month-end and year-end close activities including account reconciliations journal entries variance review and other financial statement support tasks as assigned.
• Reviews accounting transactions expense activity and supporting documentation for completeness accuracy and compliance with department procedures internal controls and grant or contract requirements as assigned.
• Supports accounts receivable and revenue cycle processes by assisting with reconciliation of billing cash receipts contractual adjustments and other accounting activity tied to Medicaid and program revenue.
• Works collaboratively with Accounting staff program leadership billing staff and external system contacts to resolve system issues improve reporting and strengthen accounting and billing processes.
• Assists in developing and maintaining written procedures workflow documentation training materials and internal control documentation for accounting systems and related accounting functions.
• Engages in ongoing improvements within the regional accounting office to increase efficiency and accuracy in all aspects of accounting functions.
• Participates in the Accounting leadership group that works directly with Human Resources and Administration on strategic planning for union negotiations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration Information Systems or related field from an accredited University.
• 3 years of increasing professional responsibility in accounting financial systems billing systems or financial operations.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger systems financial reporting reconciliations and accounting workflows.
• Experience working with accounting software reporting systems spreadsheet tools and workflow applications.
• Advanced computer skills especially in Excel accounting software packages and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to learn support and improve multiple software systems and business processes simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems improve workflows and implement practical system and process solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with accounting staff program staff management vendors and external partners.
• Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and follow through on projects and operational responsibilities.
• Commitment to the role of social services as articulated by Catholic Charities USA.
• Support and uphold the mission beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services and a knowledge of and commitment to working within the Social Teaching of the Catholic Church.
• Support and contribute to a creative collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork.
• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
• Current WA State Drivers License and proof of current automobile insurance.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in a non-profit healthcare behavioral health or government-funded social services environment.
• Experience supporting Medicaid billing behavioral health revenue cycle processes or medical billing/accounting workflows.
• Experience with INFOR Raintree SharePoint Cybersource or comparable financial EMR and workflow systems.
• Experience with system implementation report writing workflow automation or accounting systems administration.
• Knowledge of grant and contract compliance requirements including internal control expectations in a government-funded environment.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

• Additional directly related accounting systems billing systems financial operations or Medicaid billing experience may substitute for portions of the educational requirement.
• Professional experience in a non-profit healthcare or government-funded environment performing duties equivalent to senior accounting systems billing systems or accounting operations support may substitute for portions of the stated qualifications.