Staff Accountant

Alliant Human Capital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

403(b)

Paid Time Off (personal, vacation and

Job summary

Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) in Chicago, IL is seeking a Staff Accountant to support payroll, AR, and general accounting functions. The role focuses on accurate, timely processing and record-keeping within a nonprofit environment.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of accounting experience, familiarity with QuickBooks and payroll systems, and a commitment to confidentiality and teamwork in a restorative justice setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or closely related field.
• 1–2 years of experience with accounting software, financial statements, AP, AR, and payroll.
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong proofreading, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll in a timely manner.
• Set up and maintain employee records: contact info, salaries, direct deposits, and deductions.
• Process enrollments and update payroll benefits and 403(b) accounts.
• Post payroll deductions in the General Ledger and review PTO balances quarterly.

Skills

Payroll processing

GAAP

Excel

Non-profit accounting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Paychex

Paycom

Intuit

Job description

Position: Staff Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Location: Chicago, IL

The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) mission is: Rooted in the spirituality of the Precious Blood, we restore human dignity through hospitality, hope, and healing.

We work as agents of reconciliation to:

• Build relationships among youth and families impacted by violence and/or conflict.


• Create safe spaces where people can experience radical hospitality, hope, and healing, and


• Promote a restorative approach to conflict and build a sense of community.

For more information, please visit www.pbmr.org.

Staff Accountant - Duties include

Payroll

• Process semi-monthly payroll in a timely manner.


• Set up and maintain employee personal information: contact information, salaries, direct deposit, and employee payroll deductions (i.e. taxes, insurance, garnishments, loans, etc.) in the payroll system.


• Process all enrollments and update employees’ records for insurance benefits and 403(b) accounts.


• Post all salary, payroll tax deductions (employee and employer expenses), and additional employee deductions in the General Ledger.


• Review Paid Time Off (PTO) balances and notify staff of their balances on a quarterly schedule.


• Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding paychecks and fringe benefits.


• Reconcile the quarterly 941 reports with the General Ledger payroll expense and liability accounts.


• Ensure that employees receive and can access their W2s through the payroll system.


• Maintains employee files.

Accounts Receivable, Cash Receipts

• Prepare the bank deposits and post all checks and cash receipts received by mail or by electronic fund transfer in the General Ledger, identifying Restricted and Unrestricted funds.


• Maintain supporting documentation files for all deposits.


• Prepare assigned accounts receivable invoices and monitor for receipt of payments.

General Accounting and Accounting Department Work

• Prepare and analyze month end balance sheet account reconciliation package.


• Work with Controller and Senior Accountant on the annual external audit process.


• Assist with other accounting department office duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management


• Minimum of one to two years of experience with accounting software, financial statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll


• Knowledgeable with GAAP accounting standards


• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel


• Good proofreading, verbal, and written skills


• Critical thinker using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems


• Good attention to detail


• Strong organizational skills


• Knowledge of non-profit accounting a plus


• Experience using QuickBooks and payroll systems (Paychex, Paycom, Intuit) a plus


• Able to work in a team-oriented environment and willingness to learn new skills


• Honest and ethical


• Maintain confidentiality of work information


• Willing to work and communicate in a restorative justice manner to all staff

Job Type:

Full time; Exempt position

Benefits:

• EAP


• 403(b)


• Paid Time Off (personal, vacation and sick)


• Paid holidays

Salary:

$60,000 - $65,000