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UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!

We are currently seeking an Accounting Clerk who provides purchasing, administrative, and finance support to the organization. They will process purchase requests, create and manage purchase orders, coordinate with vendors, track shipments, maintain purchasing documentation, and ensure purchase orders are properly closed. This role will also provide administrative support to the Finance department, serve as backup support for Accounts Payable functions, and assist with special projects and other departmental initiatives.

UCFS Hours of Operation: Open 8:00am - 7:00pm; Hours Vary By Day & Location

Expected Schedule: FT, 40 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Essential Responsibilities -

• Receives, reviews, and processes purchase requests from internal departments.
• Creates, issues, and maintains purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approval requirements.
• Assists with vendor setup and maintenance within the ERP system.
• Provides administrative assistance to the Finance Department.
• Reconciles vendor statement and assist in resolving invoice and payment discrepancies.

Why UCFS?

Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Minimum Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1 year experience in bookkeeping, clerical and/or billing operation
• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Skills & Abilities

• Experience with purchasing, procurement, accounting, ERP, or financial software preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and organizational information.

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

UCFS is strongly committed to a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting an enriching work culture, UCFS will continue to better serve our communities and provide quality patient, client, and resident care and services. UCFS is an employment at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, and genetic information or disability, as defined and required by applicable state and federal laws. Additionally, UCFS prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because they have engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.