LHH is looking for a Staff Accountant near Chicago's Gold Coast. Candidates need at least two years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit. Key duties include journal entries, general ledger maintenance, monthly closings, and daily cash management reporting. Nonprofit experience is strongly preferred. QuickBooks experience is must! This company provides impeccable benefits, work-life balance, and an opportunity to contribute to the rebuilding of their accounting department!

If you or someone you know is interested, we'd love to connect!

Details:
Location: Chicago-Gold Coast Area
Position Type: Direct Hire
Rate: $58-$60k
Worksite Type: 100% onsite

Position Duties:

• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts

• Process vendor invoices and ensure proper approval

• Assist with month-end closing activities

• Contribute to month-end financial reporting

• Prepare and review month-end financial statements

• Manage the fixed asset system

• Prepare and record monthly account reconciliations

• Reconcile bank transaction records

• Perform ad hoc analyses as required

• Organize client tax information for federal and state tax compliance

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.

• A minimum of three years of progressive general accounting experience.

• Experience in the nonprofit industry is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills are essential.

• Excellent communication abilities.

• Proficiency in presenting facts and recommendations.

• Demonstrated understanding of corporate accounting principles.

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance