Financial Accounting Specialist
About The Position
Based in Kankakee, IL, Gardant manages a remarkable portfolio of over 80 senior living, assisted living, and memory care communities across five states. With over two decades of industry expertise, we have consistently pursued innovative approaches, guided by our unwavering commitment to the core values of love, compassion, and dignity. We Lead the Way in providing affordable assisted living services, while ensuring exceptional resident lifestyles and unparalleled care experiences. Gardant Management Solutions is dedicated to intentionally co-creating a culture of belonging and equity.
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting or related experience.
- Must demonstrate strong computer skills while using a current version of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Sage, Intacct hosted property management software, Avid and other applications are a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform bank reconciliations on a monthly, bi-weekly or weekly basis
- Maintain various general ledger reconciliations and enter journal entries
- Process various Accounts Payable tasks, communicate with vendors and staff training
- Credit Card and invoice review & final reconciliation
- Pull bi-weekly payroll files, update global worksheet, and save quarterly 941's
- Assist with external audit and annual tasks, such as 1099 assist, audit assist, unclaimed property, and partner on annual insurance process with Financial Accounting Manager
- Assist Financial Accounting Manager with monthly financial closes using GAAP and the accrual basis of accounting
- Communicate financial information to various stakeholders, including senior management and external auditors
- Prepare detailed reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Gym membership & wellness assistance
- EAP & Maven family planning program
- 401(k) employer match biweekly
- Outside-In Employee Referral Program
- Work-life balance | Paid Time Off
- Self-service payroll (PayCom)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
