Non-Profit Staff Accountant

Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!Job detailsAmazing Non-Profit Organization in Chicago looking for a strong Staff Accountant!This Jobot Job is hosted by Ruby VoightAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary $60,000 - $75,000 per yearA Bit About UsA non-profit organization helping the Chicago community have access to healthcare servicesWhy join us?Just a few of the benefits offered to employeesPromotes Work/Life BalanceHybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)Health insurance/ dental reimbursement planAmple Paid time off401(k)Flexible Spending AccountLife insurancePaid Parental LeavePet InsuranceJob DetailsPosition SummaryThe Staff Accountant is a key member of the finance team and is responsible for assisting in the month-end close, postings to general ledger, inputting monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, miscellaneous financial reports as requested, processes accounts payable, maintains vendor files, is responsible for coordinating all calendar year-end tax forms and providing back-up for other functions within the Finance Department.Essential Responsibilities• Records all payroll fee invoices in general ledger and perform quarterly payroll reconciliations and analysis of fees, and taxes• Records all cash transactions, including development and all other miscellaneous revenue• Records account transfers, bank fees, electronic payments, and the like• Assists with preparations for annual financial audit and annual tax filing and provide support during audit fieldwork• Maintains carefully organized files of the company’s financial records in accordance with the document retention policy• Maintains depreciation schedule pre- and post-monthly journal entry, reconciling monthly• Supports reconciliation of balance sheet accounts• Custodial account reconciliation for investments• Reviews invoices for accuracy and ties-out balance to check requests• Reviews general ledger coding and proper approvals on all check requests to ensure expenses are coded correctly per the budget• Processes check requests and invoices in MIP and banking systems (data entry)• Prepares and process accounts payable checks• Monitors accounts to ensure payments are up to date• Resolves invoice discrepancies• Corresponds with vendors and responds to inquires• Determine, process and issue 1099’s to the IRS by due dates• Document and regularly update related processes and procedures• In coordination with the finance team and the larger organization, supports, implements, maintains, and reports on work that upholds inclusion,diversity, equity, and access• Other duties as assigned by Director of FinanceExperience, Skills, And Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus 2 years as a Staff Accountant, preferably with a nonprofit organization, or equivalent skills and experiencerequired.• Experience gathering and evaluating financial information and making accountable recommendations to senior leadership.• Experience inputting and processing journal entries into a computerized accounting system, as well as a solid understanding of generalaccounting principles.• Ability to analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank statements. Excellent computer and superb Microsoft 365, particularly Excel,Skills Required.• Must be professional, analytical, detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills.• Abila MIP experience preferred.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.Want to learn more about this role and Jobot?Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!