Senior Accountant - (Hybrid)

JCFS Chicago•Chicago, IL

5h•$70,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant maintains agency accounting records, prepares related reports, and handles other financial transactions in accordance with prescribed Agency procedure and accepted accounting principles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
(3) or more years of related accounting experience, including practical application of accounting theory.
Knowledge of SmartCare or EHR systems.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and experience with ERP software.
Knowledge of UKG or other time keeping systems.
Reconcile accounts monthly to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and reporting requirements.
Strong verbal and written skills for explaining financial terms to non-financial stakeholders.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

3–5+ years of accounting experience, with non-profit experience.

Responsibilities

Observe the confidential nature of the Agency’s service to its clients.
Communicate frequently with clients, program managers, auditors, and other agencies.
Assist in external and internal audits.
Reconcile accounts and prepare journal entries.
Record accounts receivable in Financial Edge.
Record payments in SmartCare.
Complete billing, aging review, and collection.
Responsible for managing the process of invoices generated outside of EHR and CRM by updating our accounting system Financial Edge.
Assist in developing and implementing systems and procedures as necessary, including computer applications to meet changing conditions and requirements, using proper documentation and control methods.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays)
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with base contribution and match
Additional health and wellness benefits
Financial benefits
Professional training
Tuition reimbursement
6 weeks paid parental leave