Nonprofit Junior Accountant — AP & Fin Ops

Paycom - ATS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance options (HMO/PPO/HSA)

Dental & Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) or 403(b) retirement plan

Life & disability insurance

Education & training support

EAP

Rent/relocation assistance

Job summary

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) is seeking a Junior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on Accounts Payable. The role includes processing vendor invoices, coding to appropriate GL accounts, and assisting with payments and vendor management.

The position also covers general accounting duties, month-end close, reconciliations, and supporting grant-related accounting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling confidential

Qualifications

• Associates degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting or accounts payable experience in nonprofit or similar environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in accounting/finance or related field.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting and government grants is a plus.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software and general ledger systems.
• Knowledge of fund, program, and grant accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and AP transactions accurately and timely.
• Code invoices to GL accounts, departments, programs, and funding sources; ensure PO matching.
• Prepare payments (checks, ACH) and maintain AP records.
• Complete monthly reconciliations and assist with month-end close.
• Support grant/voucher activities and grant compliance documentation.
• Assist with accounts receivable and cash receipts entries and reconciliations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) is seeking a Junior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on Accounts Payable. The role includes processing vendor invoices, coding to appropriate GL accounts, and assisting with payments and vendor management.

The position also covers general accounting duties, month-end close, reconciliations, and supporting grant-related accounting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling confidential