Staff Accountant

American-Osteopathic-Association; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

American Osteopathic Association is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage accounts receivable and billing, with other general accounting duties in a hybrid role based in Chicago. The position emphasizes accurate cash application, reconciliations, and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting and has 2–4 years of GAAP accounting experience, including AR. Strong analytical, communication, and confidentiality skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting.
• 2–4 years of GAAP-based accounting experience including accounts receivable/cash application.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoicing for AOA and related organizations.
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile to supporting systems.
• Reconcile payments to affiliated organizations for revenue sharing.
• Review and reconcile accounts receivable aging to ensure timely collections.
• Prepare monthly reporting related to accounts receivable.
• Prepares and maintains journal entries, schedules and reconciliations for timely month-end and year-end processing.
• Assist and support the accounts payable function.
• Support the annual audits and IRS 990 work.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process as needed.
• Other duties as assigned including special projects.

Skills

Self-starter

Analytical mindset

Tech-savvy

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION REQUIRING 2 DAYS PER WEEK (TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY) EACH WEEK IN-PERSON AT OUR OFFICE LOCATED IN THE STREETERVILLE/MAG MILE AREA OF DOWNTOWN CHICAGO, IL.

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant is an individual contributor responsible for the accounts receivable\billing function, including cash application, reconciliation and reporting. The position will also have responsibility for certain accounts payable and general accounting functions such as accounts payable processing, general journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Prepare invoicing for AOA and related organizations.
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile to supporting systems.
• Reconcile payments to affiliated organizations for revenue sharing.
• Review and reconcile accounts receivable aging to ensure timely collections.
• Prepare monthly reporting related to accounts receivable.
• Prepares and maintains journal entries, schedules and reconciliations for timely month-end and year-end processing.
• Assist and support the accounts payable function.
• Support the annual audits and IRS 990 work.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process as needed.
• Other duties as assigned including special projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION OR EQUIVALNTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting

Experience:

• 2 - 4 years of GAAP based accounting experience including accounts receivable/cash application.

Special Skills:

• Must be a self-starter and be able to complete accurate and timely work with minimal supervision
• Must have a critical mind: able to identify and clearly define issues, appropriate ways of solving problems using data gathered and make recommendations
• Must have good technology skills and enjoy learning new technology
• Possess excellent quantitative, written and verbal communication skills
• Possess time management and organizational skills
• Be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Physical demands include the ability to remain in a stationary position, the ability to move from one work site to another, the ability to operate office equipment and the ability to move supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.

Salary Range: $73,000 - $78,000

The AOA offers the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Long and Short-term Disability, FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, 401(k) with match

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

American Osteopathic Association is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.