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Agency Profile: Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

Full-time: 227 Thorn Avenue, Orchard Park, NY

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:

The Program Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing the financial aspects of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program. This includes budgeting, financial reporting, grant compliance, and cost tracking to ensure the program operates within budget and follows all regulatory and funding requirements.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Maintain accurate and timely financial records for all CCBHC-related funding streams (federal, state, and other grants).

+ Monitor and track CCBHC program budgets, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.

+ Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports specific to CCBHC activities.

+ Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), state requirements, and specific CCBHC funding rules.

+ Collaborate with clinical and program teams to ensure proper allocation and documentation of program expenditures.

+ Support grant invoicing and drawdowns (e.g., via Payment Management System or state portals).

+ Assist in cost reporting, rate-setting analysis, and sustainability planning for the CCBHC model.

+ Participate in internal and external audits, preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests.

+ Reconcile general ledger accounts related to CCBHC programs.

+ Maintain documentation of financial policies and procedures relevant to grant and program accounting.

+ Provide financial analysis and forecasting to program leadership.

+ Ensure that payroll allocations align with grant funding requirements.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

+ Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Business Central, or similar).

+ Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, data analysis).

+ Solid understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles.

+ Knowledge of 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

EXPERIENCE:

+ Minimum 2-4 years of accounting experience; nonprofit or healthcare finance experience strongly preferred.

+ Prior experience with grant or fund accounting, especially federal grants, highly desirable.

+ Knowledge of CCBHC programs and funding mechanisms a strong plus.

+ Must have access to an automobile with NYS required license/insurance and the ability to represent the agency at related meetings, workshops or other events.

COMPENSATION: $68,500/yr - $87,000/yr