Job Details: Job Location: Northland - Columbus, OH, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Finance, ABOUT LLCHC  Lower Lights Christian Health Center (LLCHC) transforms the overall health of Central Ohio, serving one individual at a time. We are focused on whole-person wellness, available to ALL in Central Ohio who need it, regardless of ability to pay!  We served over 15,000 patients - with 40% being uninsured - and totaled 50,000+ medical encounters! Operating out of seven locations, we offer medical care (primary care, dental, vision, OB/GYN, telehealth), behavioral health care, 340B pharmacy, nutritional assistance programs, and more. Working hours are Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday morning coverage.  JOB SUMMARY  The Accounting Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of accounts payable functions while supporting broader accounting operations, including reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. This role serves as a key contributor to maintaining financial integrity and ensuring compliance within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.    The ideal candidate combines strong transactional accuracy with the ability to understand and support the full accounting cycle, contributing to continuous process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.  ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:   Accounts Payable (Primary Focus)  Process and verify invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and approvals  Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice entry and payments  Ensure timely and accurate disbursements  Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies  Maintain audit-ready A/P documentation  Support 1099 preparation and compliance  General Accounting & Financial Support  Prepare and post journal entries  Perform monthly account reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close  Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis  Maintain general ledger accuracy in accordance with GAAP  Payroll & Cross-Functional Support  Support payroll processing and reconciliations  Collaborate with departments on expense coding  Assist in resolving system discrepancies (NetSuite, Paycom)  Compliance & Controls  Ensure adherence to internal controls and policies  Support audit requests and documentation  Maintain compliance with FQHC regulatory requirements  Process Improvement & Systems  Identify opportunities to improve workflows  Support system enhancements and data integrity  Contribute to strengthening financial processes and controls  Other Duties  Participate in special projects  Perform other duties as assigned    BENEFITS AND PERKS Health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life, disability  Generous Paid Time Off  10 Paid Holidays Student loan forgiveness opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to various consultants  3% match toward retirement fund  And more! LIVING OUR VALUES You are mission-oriented and passionate about living out your purpose. You play an active role in responding to the needs of the community and organization. You work well alongside your teammates and use your time and resources effectively. You challenge yourself to grow personally and professionally. You embrace diversity and enjoy providing your customers with excellent treatment and compassion.  Qualifications: Education & Qualifications:   Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred  2–4 years of accounting experience, with A/P focus Healthcare or nonprofit experience preferred  Experience with NetSuite, Paycom, and Excel  Understanding of GAAP  Strong attention to detail and organizational skills  Skills & Competencies  Accuracy & Accountability  Analytical Thinking  Collaboration  Continuous Improvement  Communication