The Opportunity: We are seeking to hire an Accountant II - Purchasing to join our Finance Team. This individual performs a variety of complex accounting and clerical tasks to include accruals, expense monitoring and cash flow requirements.  They oversee purchase of all items for Agency including office supplies, business machines, maintenance supplies, and other items as needed within agency guidelines and policies.  The Accountant II obtains competitive bids for all vendors. Applying cash receipts and payor payments to the appropriate accounts receivable accounts.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete purchase requisition request and assign purchase order numbers on a daily basis. Purchase and maintain inventory on high usage items for daily operations of business.
• Serve as backup for Accounts Payable including input of accounts payable invoices, and other financial reports; make routine cost distribution; post to general ledger accounts.
• File and maintain clerical records and report pertinent to the organization’s financial needs, Accountant III and Controller.
• Ensure actual procedures fall within CSS Policies and Procedures and within accounting principles, where appropriate approvals are obtained and budget constraints are maintained.
• Prepare cash requirement report based upon outstanding payables and cash flow.
• Develop and maintain expense tracking document per vendor contracts.  Serve as backup for  company mileage processing on a monthly basis.
• Research and resolve problem accounts in a timely manner, and communicate with outside vendors as needed.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Assist in preparation of monthly and/or quarterly account reconciliations and various analysis of financial statement accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform grant packet completion and grant tracking for specific grants assigned.
• Recommend and maintain accounting practices to ensure accuracy and reliability of data necessary for reporting and business operations.
• Identify issues and recommend systems improvements to Controller or CFO.
• Work within established policies and procedures, and choose among processes and work methods most suitable to the situation. 
• Maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.
• This position is full-time (40 hours a week) working normal business hours.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration or 3 years of purchasing and/or accounts payable experience without Associates.
• 1 year experience in purchasing and/or accounts payable processing or accounting functions required.
• Great Plains Software and Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting theories, practices, and accepted office procedures.
• A deeply held belief in CSS’s recovery-centered mission.
• Ability to perform a volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, general ledger, and bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• A willingness to cross train and remain flexibly to help the department.
• Skill in managing time and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work within established policies and procedures.

About Us:  For over 35 years, Community Support Services has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Our nearly 300 employees are real-life champions committed to quality treatment, collaborative care, and effective outcomes. Located in downtown Akron, Ohio, we serve as a leader in behavioral health care for the entire Summit County area.

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What We Offer:

• Pay for this position starts at $25-$29/hour
• Working within in a mission-driven, highly engaged environment
• A supportive, professional workplace with excellent resources
• Engaging, autonomous atmosphere
• Professional Development Assistance and Education Assistance Program
• Program-Site Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• 401(k) with 5% employer contribution
• 10 paid holidays and 15+ days of PTO annually
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Subsidized membership to local YMCA branches
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability

Company's website: www.cssbh.org

Company's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/103601489691547/

Community Support Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer: EEO/M/F/Vet/Disability, with an active interest in Diversity and Inclusion.