Staff Accountant - General Fund Finance (Nonprofit)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army DHQ General Fund Finance department in Chicago is seeking a Staff Accountant to provide review, reconciliation, financial analysis and reporting to assist department managers in daily operations.

The role supports timely and accurate accounting across GL accounts, assets, liabilities, and reserves, with emphasis on data integrity and internal controls within a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of college education with an accounting focus.
• At least 2-3 years accounting experience, with a background in general ledger, financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Experience with computerized accounting systems and Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience in a nonprofit or faith-based organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation / Analysis Activities: Review, analyze and reconcile the following general ledger accounts, including timely identification and resolution of reconciling items.
• Data / Information Maintenance & Distribution: Review and prepare distribution spreadsheets / check requests for the following, ensuring proper distribution of expenses or billable items.
• Other: Calculate and post interest for reserves held by the General Fund.
• Assist with internal audits by preparing requested responses, reconciliations and work papers supported by adequate documentation.

Skills

Accounting

Financial analysis

Account reconciliations

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Salvation Army DHQ General Fund Finance department in Chicago is seeking a Staff Accountant to provide review, reconciliation, financial analysis and reporting to assist department managers in daily operations.

The role supports timely and accurate accounting across GL accounts, assets, liabilities, and reserves, with emphasis on data integrity and internal controls within a nonprofit setting.