Staff Accountant Alsip, IL

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a staff accountant to join a non-profit social service organization in Illinois on a contract to permanent basis. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end activities, and working across key reconciliation processes in a mission-driven environment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to daily accounting operations while helping ensure timely and reliable reporting.

MIP fund accounting software or similar experience required.

Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close tasks by preparing entries, organizing supporting documentation, and helping ensure deadlines are met.
• Record and review journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity and proper financial reporting.
• Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, accounts payable activity, and procure-to-pay transactions to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Code and track Pex card activity, confirming expenses are assigned correctly and supported by appropriate records.
• Process cash receipts and update accounting records to reflect deposits and incoming funds accurately.
• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP to analyze financial data, organize reporting details, and support account review.
• Enter financial information into accounting records with a high level of accuracy and maintain orderly filing for supporting documents.
• Support accounting operations within a fund accounting environment, helping maintain compliance with non-profit reporting needs.

The salary range for this position is $33/hr. to $35/hr benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.