Assistant Controller

SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening); Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a full-time accountant to manage general ledger accounting, produce financial statements, and support year-end audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, proficient Excel skills, and familiarity with financial software like Sage Intacct. Previous experience in a nonprofit is preferred, and CPA candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented and self-directed.
• Experience in a non-profit or professional association is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all general ledger accounting is timely and accurate.
• Conduct all account reconciliations.
• Produce monthly financial statements.

Skills

Proficient with Excel functions

Experience with financial software

Knowledge of foreign exchange and VAT

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

Business Central

Job description

Overview

This is a full-time, exempt position, responsible for executing day-to-day accounting and finance functions.

Key relationships: Administrative Coordinator; Sponsor and Exhibits Coordinator; Speaker and Events Coordinator.

Direct Report: None

Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

There should be no travel associated with this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all general ledger accounting is timely and accurate. Coordinate and manage all GL entries. Make manual entries when needed.
• Conduct all account reconciliations.
• Produce monthly financial statements as defined by SLAS procedures.
• Support the Controller with the year-end audit and 990 reporting with external CPAs.
• Manage VAT reporting with support from external vendor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient with Excel functions including pivot tables, sum if, lookup, charts et al.
• Financial software, such as Sage Intacct, Business Central, etc., experience is required.
• CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.
• Non-profit or professional association experience is preferred.
• Foreign exchange and VAT knowledge is an advantage.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.
• Will consider qualified candidates with five plus years of related experience.

Additional Considerations

SLAS employs an efficient, well-functioning virtual business model that comprises a core team of professionals. With the flexibility of a non-traditional workplace, SLAS employs knowledgeable professionals who possess these essential characteristics and attributes:

• Achievement-Oriented
• Intuitive and abstract thinking
• Self-Directed
• Team Oriented
• Technology-Savvy