Staff Accountant

Alliant Human Capital•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team. This role is responsible for processing payroll, managing accounts receivable and cash receipts, and assisting with general accounting duties. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Management, 1-2 years of accounting experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Knowledge of GAAP and non-profit accounting is preferred. This is a full-time, exempt position located in Chicago, IL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management
Minimum of one to two years of experience with accounting software, financial statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
Knowledgeable with GAAP accounting standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
Good proofreading, verbal, and written skills
Critical thinker using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Good attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Able to work in a team-oriented environment and willingness to learn new skills
Honest and ethical
Maintain confidentiality of work information
Willing to work and communicate in a restorative justice manner to all staff

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of non-profit accounting a plus
Experience using QuickBooks and payroll systems (Paychex, Paycom, Intuit) a plus

Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly payroll in a timely manner.
Set up and maintain employee personal information in the payroll system, including contact information, salaries, direct deposit, and deductions.
Process all enrollments and update employee records for insurance benefits and 403(b) accounts.
Post all salary, payroll tax deductions, and additional employee deductions in the General Ledger.
Review Paid Time Off (PTO) balances and notify staff quarterly.
Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding paychecks and fringe benefits.
Reconcile quarterly 941 reports with the General Ledger payroll expense and liability accounts.
Ensure employees receive and can access their W2s through the payroll system.
Maintain employee files.
Prepare bank deposits and post all checks and cash receipts received by mail or electronic fund transfer in the General Ledger, identifying Restricted and Unrestricted funds.
Maintain supporting documentation files for all deposits.
Prepare assigned accounts receivable invoices and monitor for receipt of payments.
Prepare and analyze month-end balance sheet account reconciliation packages.
Work with the Controller and Senior Accountant on the annual external audit process.
Assist with other accounting department office duties as assigned.