WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic. 

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care. 

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities. 

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes. 

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines. 

WHAT WE OFFER…

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
• Retirement program through Mutual of America.
• Additional supplemental insurance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)…

The Staff Accountant supports the financial health of the agency through timely and accurate processing of Rep Payee and accounts payable. This role is essential in maintaining the integrity of day-to-day financial operations and supporting compliance with regulatory and payer requirements. 

• Manage all aspects of the Rep Payee process, including posting social security payments, paying out monthly client bills and maintaining ledgers for all Rep Payee clients.
• Manage all aspects of accounts payable, including vendor invoice review, entry, and timely payment.
• Reconcile AP accounts and prepare adjusting journal entries as needed.
• Maintain organized records for paid invoices.
• Set up a digital filing system for AP.
• Prepare assigned bank reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of journal entries and monthly financial statements.
• Support audit preparations.
• Assist with year-end audits by providing requested documents and reports.
• General ledger data entry and reconciliation functions as assigned
• Attend training and support cross-functional finance tasks as assigned.
• Assist in special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Backup to senior accountant for depositing checks via remote deposit capture.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…

• Associate’s degree in accounting, bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience. 
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in bookkeeping and AP using accounting software.
• Blackbaud NXT experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and confidentiality required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources: 

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.