Senior Accountant

IFG is partnering with a non-profit organization looking for a Senior Accountant. Reporting to the VP Finance, this role will be a key contributor to the finance team, responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting with a strong emphasis on grant management and general ledger accounting. This role supports organizational effectiveness by overseeing public and private funding, developing compliant grant budgets, and collaborating closely with program teams.

The Senior Accountant will also manage inventory tracking, cash reconciliation, and monthly close activities.

This role is hybrid, onsite 2 days a week at their office in Chicago.

• Develop grant budgets for federal, state, and foundation funders in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Oversee general ledger functions for both operating and grant-related accounting; ensure accurate recording of all revenues and expenses in the accounting system.
• Monitor and report on grant revenue, spending, and variances; prepare monthly grant financial reports.
• Reconcile monthly vouchers and balance sheet accounts; prepare and input journal entries.
• Manage financial data, coding, and reporting; assist managers in interpreting financial information.
• Perform routine audits of payments and revenue recordings.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and analyses, including revenue, expense, and cash flow reporting.
• Conduct audits of cash handling and inventory processes across multiple locations.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and private funder requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Advanced credentials such as a CPA or master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including grant and financial reporting; experience in nonprofit or healthcare settings is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing federal, state, and foundation grants.
• Proficient in Sage Intacct or similar ERPs preferred.