Senior Staff Accountant

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Staff Accountant provides comprehensive corporate accounting support through accurate financial reporting, analysis, reconciliations, audit coordination, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance, strengthen internal controls, and support leadership decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a related field of study
• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Journal entries and accruals
• Reconcile bank statements
• AR/AP reconciliations
• Financial analysis
• ERP proficiency
• Microsoft Office/Excel
• Background check

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field of study
• 5+ years relevant experience
• Advanced pivot and Power BI
• Process improvement
• CPA candidate or CPA

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive accounting support to corporate leadership by reviewing and validating corporate expenditures, preparing and submitting journal entries, deposits, and corporate billings, and ensuring all financial transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal policies and external regulations.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Prepare detailed financial projections and reports, and communicate findings clearly to the Assistant Controller, Controller, and other stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead the reconciliation of revenue, receivables, and corporate bank accounts during the month-end close process. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, maintain proper documentation, and prepare necessary adjustments and journal entries to ensure the integrity of financial records.
• Assist with audit preparation by gathering supporting documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to auditor inquiries. Ensure all audit requirements are met accurately and on time, and contribute to strengthening internal controls and compliance practices.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments and external partners to resolve accounting issues, reconcile corporate credit card transactions, and support continuous improvement of financial operations and internal controls.
• Engage in ongoing learning, training, and skill development, seeking and applying feedback to continuously improve performance and contribute to team and organizational success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree