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Accounting Specialist
Medford, OR
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Description
 “Accuracy is not just about numbers – it’s about trust.” - Anonymous KEY INFORMATION• Title: Accounting Specialist• Type: Full Time – Non-Exempt (4-day workweek, 32 hours)• Work Model: Onsite• Hourly Wage: $31.79 to $36.56 per hour• Competitive Vacation & Benefits Package Details Below!
POSITION DETAILSAddictions Recovery Center, Inc. (ARC) in Medford, Oregon is a behavioral health treatment and supportagency providing a trauma informed, comprehensive continuum of substance use and co-occurringmental health disorder services throughout Southern Oregon.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist whose work will directly support both client careand agency stability by ensuring payroll, financial records, and accounting processes are accurate,compliant, and reliable. This role plays a vital behind-the-scenes part in maintaining the operationalintegrity that allows ARC programs and staff to focus fully on recovery services.
The Accounting Specialist supports the Finance Team through accurate payroll processing, thoughtfulfinancial administration, and collaborative problem solving. Through precision, discretion, andconsistency, this role helps strengthen ARC’s financial systems and contributes to a supportive, well-functioning workplace.
Role Impact
• Ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, supporting staff wellbeing and trust• Maintaining reliable accounting systems that support informed decision making• Strengthening compliance with payroll and accounting regulations• Supporting a trauma informed workplace through clear, respectful, and responsivecommunication
Key ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but are not limited to:
Payroll Processing• Setting up new employees in payroll systems• Processing pay changes, deductions, and final paychecksACCOUNTINGSPECIALIST• Reviewing, verifying, and closing time records• Collecting and verifying timekeeping information• Calculating wages and deductions accurately• Processing payroll through the designated payroll system• Ensuring accurate and timely distribution of paychecks or direct deposits• Ensuring compliance with all federal and state payroll laws and regulations• Collaborating with Human Resources to ensure accurate employee records and benefitdeductions• Assisting with 401k and benefit reconciliation• Responding to employee payroll questions and resolving discrepancies
Accounting Administration• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes• Preparing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts• Assisting with month end and year end closing activities• Generating financial reports as requested• Recording payment receipts and preparing bank deposits as needed• Processing accounts payable including coding, entry, reconciliations, and payments• Preparing company credit card reconciliations• Assisting with 1099 reconciliation and processing• Investigating and resolving accounting discrepancies• Maintaining awareness of accounting rules and regulatory changes• Providing backup support to the Purchasing Assistant as needed• Completing special projects and additional tasks as assigned

Requirements

ARC is an anti-harassment and anti-racism agency. The successful candidate will be responsible for

creating and maintaining a professional, safe, and welcoming environment for all staff and clients.


EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS & SKILLS


Education, Credentials and Skills should include:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Associate degree in related field preferred

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting and payroll processing

• Strong understanding of accounting principles

• Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations

• Proficiency in accounting software and payroll systems

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS


Compensation and benefits include:

• Most ARC employees are scheduled four-days a week to support their ability to maintain a healthy

work and life balance; medical and sobering positions are scheduled to work three days a week

• Starting wage ranging from $31.79 to $36.56 an hour, depending on credentials, skills, and

experience

• Three (3) to six (6) weeks of Vacation accrued per year, based upon years of service

• Sick time is accrued for all employees based on regularly scheduled hours

o Paid sick-time hours accrue for full-time employees based on the hours worked and are

prorated for part-time employees

• Ten (10) Paid Holidays each year: New Year’s, MLK Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day,

Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day


Additional benefits include:

• Medical and Dental Health Coverage and a minimum $50,000 Basic Life & AD/D with no premium

cost for employee coverage

o $2,300 per year Deductible Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), $4,500 for families

o Additional Voluntary Benefits including Vision Coverage, Critical Illness & Accident

Coverage, Guarantee Issue Supplemental Life Insurance at group premium rates, and Pet

Insurance Discount

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match and immediate vesting

• Assistance with work-related licensure/certification fees

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Reduced cost Mercy Flights ambulance household membership

• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness and HRSA SUD Student Loan

Repayment


Addictions Recovery Center, Inc. is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staffand clients by maintaining a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be able to pass a criminal backgroundcheck and pre-employment drug screen, including a screening for medical and recreational marijuana. Allinquiries are confidential. Open until filled.Please submit a complete resume and cover letter that briefly shares how you are qualified and why youare applying for this position. To apply online, fill out the form and attach a resume below. You may alsosubmit your cover letter and resume by emailing HumanResources@AddictionsRecovery.org.Don’t miss out on this opportunity – apply today!Addictions Recovery Center, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy,childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age,status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protectedcharacteristics.LGBTQIA+ applicants are encouraged to apply.
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$31.79 to $36.56 per hour
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