Accountant

New Moms • Chicago, IL

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

New Moms is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accountant to support the organization's financial integrity through accurate accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. This role is responsible for managing key accounting functions, including payroll, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, audit preparation, and grant compliance. The Accountant plays an important role in ensuring the financial health of both New Moms and its social enterprise, Bright Endeavors, by maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound financial decision-making. This position partners closely with the Finance Director and other departments to ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and funding requirements. This position is located at New Moms' main office in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required
• Four (4) or more years of nonprofit accounting experience
• Knowledge of government grant guidelines and restricted fund accounting
• Payroll processing experience preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks required
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Experience improving financial systems, processes, and internal controls

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or Master's degree preferred
• Experience with NetSuite preferred

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and related journal entries while serving as backup for payroll functions
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities
• Coordinate annual audit, Single Audit, and Form 990 preparation
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Perform monthly bank and investment account reconciliations
• Track restricted and unrestricted funds and resolve reconciliation discrepancies
• Maintain supporting documentation for audits and donor compliance
• Administer capital expenditure processes and maintain fixed asset records
• Track capital purchases, depreciation, funding sources, and grant compliance
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and supporting documentation
• Support grant accounting, restricted fund tracking, and compliance reporting
• Collaborate with grant and contracts teams to ensure compliance with funding requirements
• Maintain temporary restricted schedules and reconcile private funding activity
• Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and supporting schedules
• Assist with financial statement preparation and audit support
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, internal controls, and organizational policies
• Support staff understanding of financial systems and reporting tools
• Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes and documentation
• Develop and maintain accounting SOPs
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve financial operations

Benefits

• Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
• Dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
• Generous paid time off
• 15 paid holidays
• Half days on Fridays during the summer
• 403b retirement plan with employer match
• Pre-tax transportation benefits
• Professional development
• Free spiritual direction services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level