Accounting Specialist - SUD Treatment Organization

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Organization

CRI-Help is a substance use disorder treatment center with several locations across Los Angeles County. We've been around since 1971 and are noted as an organization practicing integrity in our commitment to ethical and meaningful client care. Our mission is to improve the welfare of the community by providing first-class substance use disorder treatment to adults and families seeking freedom from the bondage of addiction, and we live out that mission everyday with our staff and clients.

As a nonprofit organization, CRI-Help is a qualifying employer affording our full-time employees the opportunity to begin, or continue, the process of seeking PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness). In addition, our benefits package for full-time employees is quite robust- especially the option for 100% employer-paid $0 deductible Platinum plan Medical insurance, including an additional 40% paid coverage for dependents, which accompanies our 401k with 4% match option nicely. Please see the full list of benefits below, especially the 12 paid holidays per year (we are a 24/7 facility, so not all employees will be able to take all 12 paid holidays off- but will still get paid for the holiday in addition to their hours worked).

CRI-Help is an amazing organization to be a part of and I strongly encourage you to consider joining the team! We opened a new facility in Lincoln Heights in January 2025 and are still hiring for all roles- keep referring back to https://crihelp.bamboohr.com/careers/ for current openings at all sites.

Basic Function

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate payroll information by collecting, calculating, entering, and maintaining data, while ensuring compliance with wage and hour laws. Approximately 70% of the role focuses on payroll functions in Paychex, and 30% supports the accounting department.

Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll

• Review employee time punches, ensuring employee and supervisor approval of hours worked.


• Verify time calculations, consult with employees regarding discrepancies, and ensure compliance with wage laws and company policies.


• Enter payroll changes into the payroll system, such as changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, job title, and department / division transfers.


• Process payroll accurately and on time using Paychex twice a month.


• Ensure employees do not exceed time-off accrual balances.


• Respond to employee payroll-related questions and requests while maintaining confidentiality.


• Notify supervisors of policy violations related to payroll and timekeeping.


• Maintain online copies of timesheets and payroll records.


• Prepare manual check backup when necessary.


• Maintain Form 1095c schedules and assist with year-end payroll reporting, including W-2s.

Accounting

• Process and record credit card payments received from customers and employees.


• Prepare and enter basic journal entries into Great Plains.


• Assist with month-end closing activities as assigned.


• Support accounting team with reconciliations, reporting, and special projects as needed.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Financing.

Skills / Knowledge

• Minimum 2+ years of payroll processing experience (Paychex strongly preferred).


• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.


• Experience with Great Plains or similar accounting software preferred.


• Strong math, analytical, and data entry skills.


• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.


• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English.


• Ability to handle sensitive payroll data with discretion and confidentiality.

Education / Training

• High school diploma required


• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Working Conditions

• Frequently remain in stationary positions, standing and / or sitting for prolonged periods.


• Constantly inputting data into a computer, viewing one or more computer monitors for the duration of the shift.


• Occasionally crouching below the waist and / or reaching above the shoulders.


• Occasionally lifting and / or moving objects up to 20 lbs.

Special Conditions

• Must willing to undergo random drug screenings.

Position Reports To:

• Director of Finance

Position Type

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  Full-Time, In-Person, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Range

• 
  $28 - $30 / Hour

Benefits

• 100% Paid Blue Shield Platinum Trio Plan Medical Insurance Option


• 80% Paid Blue Shield Platinum Access+ Plan Medical Insurance Option


• 80% Paid Kaiser Medical Insurance Option


• 40% Dependent Coverage on Medical Insurance Plan


• 80% Paid Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Paid time off (10 Paid Sick Days Annually, 12 Paid Holidays Annually, Paid Vacation)


• Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Program


• 401(k) 4% Employer Match


• 100% Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Plan with option to voluntarily increase coverage