Accounting Professional

Job Title: Accounting Professional

Department: Finance

Employee: Regular; Part-Time

Travel: Travel as needed (< 10%)

Shift Hours: 16 - 20 Hours; Monday – Friday

Reports to: Executive Director

Organization Overview

Oakland Physician Network Services (OPNS) is a collaborative physician organization that supports independent practices in achieving success in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. We work alongside providers and their teams to improve quality outcomes, strengthen practice performance, and advance value-based care initiatives. At OPNS, our teams in informatics, medical management, credentialing, contracting, and provider services play an important role in helping practices grow, succeed, and better serve their patients.

Position Overview

Oakland Physician Network Services is seeking an experienced and versatile Part-Time Accounting Professional to provide comprehensive financial oversight and hands-on accounting support for our physician organization. This is a unique role that blends the strategic oversight of a Controller with the transactional management of an Accounting Manager. The successful candidate will serve as the financial backbone of the organization, working directly and collaboratively with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to ensure financial integrity and sound fiscal decision-making.

This position is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven health care environment and is comfortable working at both the strategic level and handling day-to-day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Board of Directors & Executive Director Support

• Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages for Board of Directors and Finance Committee meetings, including financial statements, budget-to-actual comparisons, cash flow summaries, and written narratives
• Attend Board of Directors and Finance Committee meetings; present financial results, answer questions, and provide meaningful context on financial trends, risks, and organizational outlook
• Serve as the primary financial advisor and resource for the Executive Director, delivering timely, accurate financial information to support both day-to-day operational decisions and long-range strategic planning
• Assist in the development of long-range financial plans, organizational financial policies, and fiscal sustainability strategies aligned with the mission and goals of Oakland Physician Network Services
• Partner with the Executive Director in preparing financial materials for contract negotiations, and other external stakeholder communications
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis, special projects, and reporting support as requested by the Executive Director or Board of Directors

Financial Reporting, General Ledger Management & Internal Controls

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports and supplemental schedules for the Executive Director and Board of Directors
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and documented on a timely basis
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
• Perform bank reconciliations and actively monitor daily cash positions
• Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies and standard operating procedures
• Design, implement, and continuously evaluate internal accounting controls to protect organizational assets, prevent fraud, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Oversee preparation and timely filing of all tax returns and required regulatory filings, coordinating with outside tax advisors and ensuring compliance with IRS and state requirements
• Maintain organized, complete, and audit-ready financial records and documentation at all times

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management

• Lead the annual budgeting process in close collaboration with the Executive Director and department heads
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and communicate cash position, funding needs, and financial risks to the Executive Director and Board
• Conduct monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis and prepare explanations of significant variances for leadership review
• Monitor revenue and expense trends to identify emerging issues and recommend corrective action where appropriate
• Support financial modeling and cost-benefit analysis for new programs, service lines, staffing decisions, or capital expenditures as requested

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Manage the accounts payable cycle, including receipt, review, coding, approval, and timely payment of all vendor invoices and organizational expenses
• Maintain vendor records, W-9 documentation, and ensure accurate and timely issuance of annual 1099 forms to all qualifying vendors
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with organizational policies and applicable tax rules
• Oversee the full accounts receivable process, including generating accurate invoices, recording payments, applying receipts, and following up on outstanding balances
• Coordinate with staff and the Executive Director to ensure complete, accurate, and timely billing for all services rendered by the organization

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring correct application of wages, benefit deductions, garnishments, and all federal and state tax withholdings
• Maintain confidential, organized, and up-to-date employee payroll records
• Prepare all associated payroll journal entries
• Coordinate with Human Resources on all employee status changes, including new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, pay adjustments, and benefit enrollment changes
• Coordinate with a payroll service provider to prepare and file all required quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, including Forms 941, 940, and W-2s
• Stay current on payroll tax law changes and ensure organizational compliance at all times

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience encompassing general ledger management, financial reporting, AP/AR, and payroll
• Demonstrated ability to manage a full accounting cycle independently with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to prepare financial statements and communicate financial information to Board members and non-financial leaders
• Proficiency with accounting software (Sage Intacct, or similar platforms) and payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or Gusto
• Strong working knowledge of best practices for internal controls
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High degree of personal integrity, discretion, and professional ethics in handling confidential financial information

Preferred

• CPA license
• Experience working with physician organizations, medical groups, or other healthcare entities
• Familiarity with healthcare-specific revenue streams, managed care contracts, or physician incentive compensation structures

Work Schedule & Compensation

This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling. The expected time commitment and schedule will be discussed during the interview process and structured to meet the operational needs of the organization. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors and share common values within the following:
• Communication, Ownership, Understanding, Motivation, Sensitivity, Excellence, Teamwork, Respect
• Computer proficiency, including programs such as MS Office, Word, Excel, email, SharePoint, Teams, and internet research, required
• Must practice customer service skills as provided through ongoing training and in-services. Must possess the following personal qualities:
• Be self-directed
• Be flexible and committed to the team concept
• Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn
• Be open to new learning experiences
• Accept and respect diversity without judgment
• Demonstrate customer service values
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to set priorities and meet timelines for performance expectations while maintaining strong attention to detail

Benefits:

• In addition to your salary, OPNS offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
• The salary offered for this specific position is based on several legitimate, nondiscriminatory factors set by the company
• The salary range is the range Oakland Physician Network Services in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting
• This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level
• Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations
• No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans
• The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Oakland Physician Network Services is committed to the hiring, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• General ledger accounting: 1 year (Required)
• General ledger reconciliation: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sylvan Lake, MI 48320 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sylvan Lake, MI 48320: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person