Staff Accountant 1 - IAACU

Illinois Agricultural Association•Bloomington, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements in compliance with defined controls, standards, and regulations. Compiles and analyzes financial information. Develops and maintains accounting methods and procedures to improve departmental operations and controls.

Requirements

Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
Experience with accounting processes, reconciliations, and month‑end close
Proficient in Excel and accounting systems
Understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations

Nice To Haves

CPA‑track or interest in pursuing CPA strongly preferred
Experience in a credit union or regulated financial institution preferred
Familiarity with audit support, internal controls, and financial reporting a plus
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and teamwork mindset

Responsibilities

Prepares standard and specialized financial statements and reports in compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles.
Reviews and approves journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with defined controls and standards.
Responsible for fixed assets, prepaids, and investment subledgers.
Posts transactions related to corporate bank account ledgers.
Assists with cash management between financial accounts.
Assists in financial audits and other related internal reviews.
Assists with ACH operations and regulatory compliance.
Responsible for operational and regulatory processes and activities related to unclaimed property administration and reporting.
Performs necessary tasks to recover corporate unclaimed funds, as required.