Staff Accountant

Title: Staff Accountant (Tiered Position)

Location: Administrative Office - Finance Department (on-site)

City: Bellingham, WA

Position: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, non-exempt (hourly)

Compensation: The full wage scale for the Staff Accountant I is $24.00 - $33.01 per hour. The full wage scale for Staff Accountant II is $25.75 - $35.45 per hour. The full wage scale for Staff Accountant III is $27.70 - $38.17 per hour. Placement within the tiers and wage range is determined by a candidate’s relevant experience.

Benefits: At FCN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and that of your family, with flexibility and quality care.

Health Benefits:

• Three Medical Plan Options
• Two Dental plans, including orthodontia for children and adults
• Employer-paid Vision coverage for employee and family
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health programs, including wellness and discounted gym memberships
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution of $1,500 (pro-rated based on enrollment eligibility)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), up to $1,500 ($3,000 for family coverage)
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance with optional supplemental additional coverage including a guaranteed issue amount with no health questionnaire
• Voluntary Accident and Hospital insurance plans with annual wellness benefits

*Eligibility for these benefits depends on your full-time or part-time status.

Time Off & Wellness:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave (PSL), and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support your vacation, health, and personal needs
• PTO, PSL, and EIB accrue starting on your first day, and you can use paid time off after the applicable days of employment
• Full-time employees generally begin earning 18 days of PTO, increasing 33 days over time per our PTO policy.  You can rollover unlimited PTO hours into the next year.
• PSL accrues at 1 hour per 40 hours worked
• EIB accrues up to 32 hours per year (pro-rated based on hours worked) for both part-time and full-time employees, with a maximum of 480 hours

Retirement:

• 401(k) plan with employer match, both Traditional and Roth options available
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Free financial planning guidance to support your retirement goals

*Eligibility for these programs is based on your years of service and required hours.

Additional Benefits:

• Eligibility for FCN applicable bonuses

Position Summary: The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance leadership team with accounting functions including reporting of financial operations by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports. Maintains accounts by identifying, verifying, and recording transactions. Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices. Performs accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, fixed asset, and payroll-related functions. All tiers are expected to follow established policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, and support continuous improvement within Finance operations.

General Duties & Responsibilities (Applies to all tiers):

• Prepare general and standard journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Charge expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice and expense reports.
• Process vendor payments, resolve invoice or payment discrepancies, and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Process employee expense reimbursements, advances, and patient refunds.
• Reconcile bank statements to the general ledger.
• Maintain fixed asset ledgers and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with bi-weekly payroll GL and funding processing and related reconciliations.
• Maintain finance operations by following policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Protect sensitive financial and employee information by maintaining confidentiality.
• Update job knowledge through training and educational opportunities.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Applies to all Tiers):

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) appropriate to role level.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and mathematical skills.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and financial software.
• Intermediate Excel skills required; advanced skills may be required at higher tiers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to examine financial documents for accuracy and completeness.

 

Tier I – Staff Accountant

Role Focus: Transactional accounting, foundational reconciliations, and payroll GL and funding processing with guidance from Finance leadership.

Tier II – Staff Accountant

Role Focus: Expanded analytical responsibility, financial reporting support, and coordination of more complex accounting activities.  Performs all functions of Tier I as well.

Tier II – Additional Duties

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and perform complex account reconciliations.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and statistical reports.
• Prepare revenue analyses and reconcile practice management systems to the general ledger.
• Assist with bi-weekly payroll GL and funding reconciliation.
• Support preparation of executive-level materials, including board and leadership presentations.
• Support preparation of Medicare/Medicaid cost reports and Rural Health reconciliations, as applicable.
• Coordinate complex accounting initiatives with other Finance staff, departments, and clinics.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation.

Tier III – Senior Staff Accountant

Role Focus: Advanced accounting, regulatory support, audit readiness, and subject matter expertise; operates with a high level of independence. Performs all functions of Tier I and II as well.

Tier III – Additional Duties

• Lead assigned components of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Perform advanced reconciliations and independently resolve complex variances.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Lead or significantly contribute to audits, regulatory filings, and cost report preparation.
• Develop advanced financial analyses, trend reports, and forecasts for Finance leadership.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in assigned accounting areas (e.g., revenue, payroll, fixed assets).
• Partner with operational leaders to analyze financial performance and drivers.
• Identify, design, and implement accounting process improvements and internal controls.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to Tier I and Tier II staff.
• Support accounting system implementations, upgrades, and data integrity initiatives.

 

About FCN: As an independent, locally owned, physician-run network of family medicine providers, we are passionate about our community's well-being. We take the time to build strong, long-term relationships with our patients and our employees. We have 12 clinics and 3 urgent care centers in Whatcom and Skagit County, in a beautiful corner of northwest Washington where the mountains meet the sea. Family Care Network offers an innovative and rewarding work environment, with a strong patient focus and a fulfilling mission.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Tier I

• At least one (1) year relevant accounting or finance experience
• High school diploma or GED plus relevant accounting or finance experience; or
• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Tier II

• At least four (4) years relevant accounting or finance experience
• High school diploma or GED plus relevant accounting or finance experience; or
• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience in healthcare or a regulated environment preferred.

Tier III

• At least seven (7) years relevant accounting or finance experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and significant progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Healthcare or regulated industry experience strongly preferred.
• Certified Bookkeeper (CB) – AIPB, Certified Accounting Technician (CAT), Certified Management Account (CMA) and other Accounting/Finance Certificates a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to: stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Immunization Requirements: Employees are required to meet immunization standards in accordance with federal, state, and organizational health and safety guidelines, as applicable to the role. A simple process is in place for employees to request exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

 

Family Care Network is a Drug-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.