What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at All Chicago Making Homelessness History?
Description
REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Finance
STATUS: Exempt, salaried, full-time
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois (currently hybrid remote/in-office schedule)
SALARY RANGE: $69,230 - $109,310 (commensurate with experience)
ABOUT ALL CHICAGO:
All Chicago MHH's mission is to unite our community and resources to provide solutions that ensure and sustain the stability of home. On any given night, nearly 12,000 Chicagoans do not have a place to call home. These are our neighbors and together we can ensure that we all have stable homes.
All Chicago MHH prevents and ends homelessness through emergency financial assistance, community partnerships, data analytics, and training and research. We strengthen our community's collective efforts to prevent and end homelessness, guided by a vision of impact, influence, and inspiration. As our name implies, All Chicago MHH brings together homeless service providers, non profit partners, donors, and people with the lived experience of homelessness in a strategic effort to make homelessness history in Chicago.
We bring a sense of collaboration to our work and actively seek solutions through partnership! Come to work with passionate, like-minded colleagues in a supportive environment as we help end homelessness. Learn more at www.allchicago.org.
Position Summary:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing and managing complex accounting tasks, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations. Key duties include preparing and analyzing financial statements, managing month-end and year-end close processes, reconciling accounts, and maintaining the general ledger. They provide insights to support decision-making, assist with audits, and ensure adherence to accounting principles. Additionally, they may mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements within the finance department.
Specific Responsibilities: Month-End Close
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the month-end closing process.
- Maintain and update supporting schedules, such as depreciation and amortization.
Financial Statement Analysis
- Review and analyze financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
- Identify trends, variances, and potential issues in financial performance.
- Prepare detailed reports and insights to support management decision-making.
- Collaborate with other departments to explain financial results and provide guidance.
Financial Audit
- Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
- Act as a key point of contact for external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
- Address auditor inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.
Process Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies in accounting and financial reporting processes.
- Develop and implement strategies to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy.
- Document and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting tasks.
- Leverage technology and tools to automate routine processes and reduce manual effort.
Other
- Support Grant Management group
- Assist in the preparation of the annual Form 990 and ensure compliance with IRS regulations.
- Support cash management activities, including monitoring cash flow and forecasting.
- Assist in budgeting and financial planning processes.
- Perform other ad hoc financial and operational tasks as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance (Master’s degree preferred)
- CPA is preferred
- Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in nonprofit accounting or grant management
- Proficiency in Office products and experience with accounting software
- Passion for inclusivity and diversity, and interest in being part of a multicultural team
- Strong work ethic and integrity, with a commitment to confidentiality
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and disability, employer-matched retirement plan, paid leave, and more.
To Apply:
- Please submit cover letter, resume, and salary range requirement
Salary : $69,230 - $109,310
