Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a nonprofit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This short-term Contract opportunity is well suited for a detail oriented individual who can manage core financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely month-end reporting. The role offers the chance to work across multiple accounting functions while partnering with internal stakeholders to keep financial processes running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices, payment requests, and related accounts payable activity with close attention to accuracy and timeliness.

- Manage incoming payments, apply cash receipts, and monitor accounts receivable balances to support healthy cash flow.

- Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring transactions are properly recorded in the general ledger.

- Complete bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.

- Assist with month-end close activities, including account analysis, supporting schedules, and financial documentation.

- Maintain organized accounting records and help ensure compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.

- Work within financial systems such as Sage to enter data, review transactions, and generate reports.

- Support continuity in accounting operations during team changes and assist with related process adjustments as needed.

Requirements

- At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.

- Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation.

- Proven ability to perform bank reconciliations and assist with month-end close processes.

- Experience using one more more accounting platform such as Sage.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain accurate financial records.

- Solid understanding of core accounting principles and standard financial controls.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal teams in a collaborative environment.

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