Accounting Specialist

KO Business Solutions•Chicago, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

KO Business Solutions is proud to work with a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to construction advocacy, training, and membership organization, focused on promoting diversity and creating a network of construction leaders with equitable opportunities aimed at transforming communities. They offer training, business capacity, and workforce development programs aimed at strengthening and diversifying the industry. Our client is seeking an Accounting Specialist: an individual with responsibility over both accounting cycles and grant management support. This individual will handle processing vendor payments, cash management, creating journal entries, account reconciliation and preparing grant tracking/support documentation. The Specialist will report directly to the Accounting and Benefits Manager and play a key role in ensuring that the organization maintains a solid financial standing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
At least 3 years of experience, preferably with non-profit organizations; or an equivalent of education and experience.
Must be able to run and provide data accurately and timely on a regular basis.
Should have strong analytical skills in assessing and creating data reports.
Must be strongly proficient in QuickBooks Online.
Should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and knowledgeable of other Microsoft Suite tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
Able to express thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbal form.
Displays courtesy and sensitivity.
Maintains a level of confidentiality with personal information.
Manages difficult customer situations and needs and addresses commitments on a timely basis.
Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
Manages multiple responsibilities without compromising quality or accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Prior knowledge of other ERP software platforms and expense payment software (e.g., Expensify, Ramp, Bill) a plus.

Responsibilities

Review of bank transactions and account balances.
Tracks, records, and correctly codes cash receipts to the appropriate company accounts, entering details into QuickBooks Online.
Facilitates payments to vendors by collecting W9/ACH vendor information, creating/reviewing invoices, processing payments thru QuickBooks Online.
Posts financial transactions, monitors and reconciles accounts payable, accounts receivable and other general ledger accounts.
Runs monthly/quarterly financial reports in QuickBooks Online.
Assists the Accounting Manager in inputting and tracking the organization’s credit card charges and balances through use of the Expensify software tool.
Works with the Accounting Manager and Finance Director in providing necessary support documentation for processing grant reimbursement payments and reconciliation.
Assists with the organization’s annual budgeting process.
Supports/participates in HACIA events and performs other-related duties as assigned.