Staff Accountant

Department: Finance
Status: Full Time
Location: Alsip

At Sertoma Star Services, we’re on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental illness to achieve personal success. Our team works together to provide meaningful services, promote independence, and strengthen the communities we serve.

As the Staff Accountant I, you will support the Finance Department by preparing journal entries, posting cash receipts, coordinating month-end close activities, and completing timely account reconciliations. You will also assist with financial reporting, Corporate Compliance audits, analysis, and special projects to support accurate financial records and efficient operations.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet agency needs.

• Prepare and post standard and adjusting journal entries.
• Code and post miscellaneous cash receipts, Social Security payments, and COBRA premiums.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations, research variances, prepare related journal entries, and recommend process improvements.
• Reconcile bank accounts to the general ledger for Sertoma Centre, Sertoma Centre Foundation, and Kimball Court Apartments.
• Prepare bank deposits and reconcile cash requirements and collections for fundraising events.
• Prepare sales tax returns and remittance requests as needed.
• Complete fiscal year-end account reconciliations and respond to audit requests.
• Maintain records in the fixed asset accounting system (FAS) and post corresponding journal entries.
• Prepare the monthly PACE expense report.
• Prepare and distribute janitorial billings.
• Assist the Accounts Payable Clerk with coding and provide backup for invoice processing during short-term absences.
• Assist the Payroll Administrator with timecard reviews as needed.
• Notify the Accounts Receivable Supervisor of chargebacks and returned checks due to non-sufficient funds, and follow up through resolution.
• Assist with Corporate Compliance audits by documenting findings, preparing reports, and recommending process improvements.
• Maintain the Finance Department’s Home-Based Services Agreements file.
• Assist with preparing financial statements, variance analysis, ad hoc reports, and special projects.
• Maintain compliance with applicable licensing, funding, accreditation, safety, and regulatory requirements, as well as agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree with at least three years of accounting experience.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Previous staff accountant experience preferred, including month-end close, journal entry preparation and posting, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, internet applications, and accounting software, including data uploads.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as they apply to nonprofit organizations.
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, including pivot tables, filters, and data manipulation tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, delegate work as appropriate, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain all required training, licensing, and certifications established by applicable regulatory agencies, funding sources, accreditation standards, and agency requirements, including CPR and First Aid after hire.

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