Accountant at Summit County Public Health in Akron, OH, USA

Job description

• Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you looking to build a fulfilling career in Public Health? Join Summit County Public Health! Summit County Public Health is proud of our commitment to both the communities we serve and the employees who make our work possible. Our staff has recognized us as a certified Great Place to Work®-and we invite you to be part of our mission to create a healthful environment and ensure the accessibility of health services to all.
• Summit County Public Health is seeking an Accountant to work full-time (35 hours per week) , Monday through Friday, in our Fiscal Department. This impactful role delivers comprehensive day-to-day accounting, budget management, and grant administration while strictly ensuring regulatory compliance and timely financial reporting. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable/receivable, balancing ledgers, compiling reports, and collaborating across departments to represent fiscal operations. Success in this position requires proficiency in government accounting principles and software, and strong analytical and administrative capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily accounting services, process invoices and vouchers within 5 business days, balance accounts weekly/monthly, and post journal entries to internal ledgers.
• Oversee complex budget accounts, assist with financial forecasting, and execute budget appropriation and transfer documents.
• Manage all fiscal grant operations-including cost controls and spending projections-while ensuring 100% strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Compile and submit bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports to management, funders, and partners, reconciling all account balances by the 15th of each month.
• Assist with accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, and verification of transmittal reports from external agencies.
• Represent the Fiscal Department in meetings with program staff or subgrantees, meet quarterly with grant teams, and step in independently during the Fiscal Officer's absence.
• Complete general office tasks including data entry, filing, correspondence, answering phones, and responding promptly to information requests.
• Apply established government accounting principles, rules, and laws governing fiscal operations.
• Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Google Workspace to gather, collate, classify, and accurately maintain financial data.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills while exercising independent judgment.
• Maintain positive working relationships within the agency, county, and partner staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and insured vehicle.

Skills

Required

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Google Workspace
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Independent judgment

Benefits

• This is a full-time position with a standard 35-hour work week.
• Compensation: $50,523.20 annually (equivalent to $27.76 per hour working 35 hours per week).
• Retirement: Secure future planning through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
• Paid Time Off: Includes 14 paid holidays alongside paid vacation and sick time.
• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision, and more.