Grants Accountant

Build Inc•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BUILD, Inc. (Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development) is seeking a committed, self-motivated, and innovative Grants Accountant. BUILD is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization based on Chicago’s West Side, working to save lives and mentor young people since 1969. This role is part of a substantial overhaul of the accounting infrastructure to support growth, focusing on process improvement, automation, and best practices. The Grants Accountant will work closely with the Grants Monitor and Program Directors, reporting to the Grants Monitor and not supervising any staff. This is a full-time, 40-hour exempt position.

Requirements

Bachelor's/Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or related field of study.
At least 2 years of experience in financial bookkeeping or accounting roles.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Ability to work a flexible schedule five days per week.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Index-Match, macros, pivot tables, data queries, solid data table management techniques).
Preference for proper process documentation.
Expertise with QuickBooks, specifically importing/exporting data, adjusting fields/views and customizing financial reporting.
Experience with non-profit accounting.
Familiarity with third-party platforms, including Bill.com, Paylocity, Expensify, Little Green Light and/or Apricot.
Knowledge of intercompany accounting principles.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Grants Monitor and Program Directors.
Contribute to the overhaul of the accounting infrastructure.
Focus on process improvement, efficient automation, and deploying best practices.
Perform financial bookkeeping and accounting duties.
Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).