Accountant Job Des Plaines area,Illinois USA,Accounting

RJC Sioux City
- Downtown, RJC Baxter
- Downtown, 800 5th St, Sioux City, IA 51101, USA
RMG Chicagoland, 2340 Des Plaines River Rd, Ste 305, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA

At Rosecrance we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence‑based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Rosecrance Jackson Centers seeks dedicated individuals to provide the highest quality care to treat substance use disorders and mental health issues. We’re focused on one thing:
Providing the best opportunity for long and lasting recovery.

Position Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and timely reporting. This role includes preparing financial statements, managing budgets, handling account payable and receivable, and ensuring that all financial records are maintained according to legal and regulatory requirements. The Accountant will work closely with management to provide insights into financial performance and support strategic decision‑making, all while upholding the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or a related field
Demonstrated general accounting procedures or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use accounting software
Self‑starter with ability to work independently
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities

Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.

Prepare, post and upload journal entries, reconcile accounts, and calculate accrued expenses for month‑end closing.

Review, approve and ensure journal entries are accurate, appropriate, and comply with GAAP.

Process daily or weekly deposits, verify bank receipts, and reconcile cash receipts to cash journal postings. Maintain check registers and complete monthly bank reconciliations, including conducting petty cash audits.

Prepare monthly fee‑for‑service and grant utilization reports, reconcile these reports to revenue accounts, and analyze trends or issues and offering feedback for process improvements.

Prepare audit schedules as assigned, and review and approve these schedules.

Lead or participate in projects such as new business lines, technology implementations, and staff training on new procedures.

Provide backup support for team members as needed, and actively participate in department meetings and activities.

Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Code of Ethics and legal requirements.

Provide exceptional customer service consistently to all customers.

Serve as a role model for staff, clients, and customers, demonstrating positive relations on behalf of Rosecrance.

Assume other related responsibilities as delegated by leadership.

Physical Requirements

Vision:
Must be able to read printed and/or handwritten materials from a variety of sources (75‑100%)
Hearing:
Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers (50‑79%); answer incoming phone calls (0‑24%)
Standing/Walking/Mobility:
Must have mobility between departments within the facility (50‑79%)
Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: (0‑24%)
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing:
Must exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently to lift or move objects (25‑49%)
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling:
Must be able to finger keyboard for computer work and phone equipment for placing/receiving calls (75‑100%)
Sitting: must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time when using the computer (75‑100%)

Environment

Exposure to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of universal precautions and/or personal protective equipment.
Exposure to computer

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