Accountant

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; El Vista (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (PPO & HDHP/HSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with 4% employer match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Plan

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) is seeking an Accountant to support accurate and timely financial operations, including AP/AR processing, journal entries, and financial reporting. You will collaborate with Finance and program staff to ensure compliant accounting practices.

Starting salary is $65,000 (exempt). The role offers a 37.5 hour work week, generous paid time off, educational assistance, EAP, and a supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or high school diploma with 3 years of accounting experience.
• Accounting experience preferred.
• Completion of DCFS background check and fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, code, and process accounts payable invoices per procedures and grant requirements.
• Review AP listings, verify payments, and assist with checks/e-payments.
• Code and reconcile accounts receivable and post revenues and receipts.
• Prepare and review monthly aged AR schedules and follow up on balances.
• Prepare, enter, and maintain journal entries and other accounting docs.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and propose corrections.

Education

Associates Degree or High School Diploma

Job description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!

Perks of Working at CYFS:

37.5 hour work week

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
• 8 Paid Sick Days
• 5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
• 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
• Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
• 24/7 call line
• Tax consultation/financial resources
• Discounted legal services and mediation services
• Health and Wellness resources

\"Dress for your day\" dress code

Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Supportive, inclusive, and strengths-focused culture

Salary:

Starting at $65,000 (Exempt)

About the Position:

The Accountant supports accurate, timely, and compliant accounting operations by preparing and maintaining financial transactions, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable activity, journal entries, financial reports, and related documentation. This position assists with budget monitoring and preparation, grant reporting, audit preparation, and internal controls while collaborating with Finance and program staff to resolve accounting questions and ensure financial information is properly recorded, organized, and maintained in accordance with agency procedures and applicable requirements.

A Typical Day as a Accountant:

• Prepare, review, code, and process accounts payable invoices in accordance with agency procedures, grant requirements, and approved budgets.
• Review accounts payable edit listings, verify payment amounts, and assist with check and electronic payment processing to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.
• Code and reconcile accounts receivable activity and assist with timely and accurate posting of revenue, reimbursements, and other receipts.
• Assist with preparation, reconciliation, and review of monthly aged accounts receivable schedules, including follow-up on outstanding balances or coding questions as assigned.
• Prepare, enter, and maintain journal entries, invoices, allocations, and other accounting transactions with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile and analyze assigned general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and recommend corrections or adjustments as needed.
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation, budget monitoring, grant reporting, and other financial reports requested by management.
• Maintain organized accounting records and electronic or paper files to support audit readiness, internal controls, and agency reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff to research and resolve accounting questions, coding issues, documentation needs, and payment or receivable concerns.
• Support year-end close, annual audit preparation, and other special projects by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to requests as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, vendor, donor, client, and agency information in accordance with agency policies and applicable requirements.
• Provide assistance to the Finance and Accounting team members as needed to support accurate, timely, and compliant accounting operations.

Location:

2610 W. Richwoods Blvd. Peoria, IL

Does the Following Apply to You?

• Associates Degree or High School Diploma with 3 years of experience
• Accounting Experience (preferred)

Additional Qualifications:

• Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain an insured vehicle
• At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license

Additional Benefits:

• Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan

About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):

(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.

Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.

For information on The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at https://www.cyfsolutions.org/.

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.