Staff Accountant (58400)

Association for Individual Development; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 21 days

Holidays 10

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability (STD/LTD)

Critical Illness insurance

401K with company match

Job summary

The Association for Individual Development (AID) in Elgin, IL is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant. You will manage the full monthly close, prepare journal entries, and analyze general ledger accounts. You’ll handle A/P, A/R, and fixed assets, performing reconciliations and preparing reports for departments and the Board.

Experience with Sage Intacct is preferred. You will support audits with the AVP of Finance and learn all phases of the Finance Department work, contributing to a stable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Familiarity with computerized accounting systems; Sage Intacct preferred.
• Must learn all phases of the finance department work and adhere to audits.

Responsibilities

• Close monthly accounts using the Finance Department checklist and prepare journal entries.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and research variances regularly.
• Manage A/P, A/R, and fixed assets with reconciliations and reports.
• Coordinate with HUD/State personnel and assist during annual audits.

Skills

Month-end close

General ledger

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Bowes OShea Center - Elgin, IL 60123, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Bachelors Degree, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.We are looking for a Staff Accountantin Elgin, IL who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

What you will be doing?

Responsible for monthly general ledger close according to Finance Department checklist, including preparation of standard monthly journal entries and accruals. Monthly analysis of general journal accounts and research of variances. Monthly program allocations, reconciliations and report distributions to departments, Board and Board Finance Committee. Monthly Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets analysis and reconciliation. Work with A/P, A/R and HUD personnel to learn their procedures to perform departmental work. Respond to AID staff questions/inquiries/notifications on any related matters. Familiar with State of Illinois payments and confirmation procedures with State personnel in Springfield. Works with outside auditors on fieldwork for annual audit. Must learn all phases of Finance Department work. Other tasks and projects as assigned by AVP of Finance.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Proficiency in all modules of accounting software (Sage Intacct)
• Learns all phases of monthly accounting cycle as well as all tasks in Finance Department. Must be able to fill in for any staff. Examples of tasks:
• Handles all aspects of month-end close, including regular and repetitive journal entries, account analysis, A/P, A/R, and Fixed Asset reports and reconciliations with General Ledger
• Perform or supervise: reconciliation of monthly bank statements, remote bank deposits, code and post deposits to A/R and G/L, process invoices in A/P, generate A/P checks, generate recurring A/P and A/R entries
• Prepare monthly financial statements for all entities.
• Familiar with billing and reimbursement procedures of the State of Illinois in order to process and apply payments to correct programs.
• Timely completion of all responsibilities
• Timely responses to AID staff questions/inquiries/notifications
• Prepares schedules and work papers for Audit Personnel as required.

What will we provide Full Time employees.

Benefits_Summary.pdf

• Up to 21 Days of Paid Time Off 1
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance
• 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year

Qualifications: What will you bring to the table?

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience: Familiarity with computerized accounting systems with Sage Intacct experience preferred, general office experience.

Physical: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including prolonged periods of sitting at a computer, occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 20 lbs.), as required to complete work assignments.

Equipment: All standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, fax, calculator, shredder

Additional Requirements: Position requires the use of the employee’s personal automobile, a valid IL driver’s license, and the minimum amount of automobile liability insurance as defined by AID’s personnel policies.

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work