Staff Accountant

American Library Association • Berwyn, IL

3d • $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The American Library Association (ALA) is seeking a detail-oriented, organized Staff Accountant to support its Finance & Accounting department. Reporting to the Controller, this position works closely with Accounting, Finance and ALA departments to ensure the accurate and timely recording of payments, revenue and journal entries, while supporting month-end close, account reconciliations and the annual audit process. At ALA, you will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the Association's financial records, serving as a liaison between Accounting and other departments, and providing dependable support to staff and members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• A minimum of two years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and analytical ability
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems, with experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven priorities, particularly during month-end and year-end close
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial and membership data

Nice To Haves

• Nonprofit or association accounting experience
• Experience with membership or CRM systems such as iMIS

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting journal entries and monthly account reconciliations, serving as liaison between Accounting and other ALA departments, and ensuring assigned transactions are recorded accurately to support the month-end close process
• Performing daily ecommerce reconciliation, reviewing and reconciling credit card payments, and researching and resolving credit card charge inquiries
• Overseeing credit report activity in iMIS and recording banking activity related to monthly entries
• Performing reconciliations of select Balance Sheet accounts and responding to accounting questions, concerns and requests from staff and members
• Assisting with year-end close and the annual audit by preparing requested reports and supporting schedules and projects
• Serving as backup support for other Accounting/Finance staff as needed to maintain continuity of department operations

Benefits

• flexible work schedules
• medical and dental coverage
• generous paid time off
• a retirement annuity
• a 35-hour work week
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level