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Staff Accountant

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Oak Park, IL, USA
Full-time

Coordinates accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and support of the business office functions. It provides segregation of duties within the Business Office.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Processes invoices for payment. Audits check requests and purchase orders for completeness and makes corrections as necessary.
  • Inputs vendor and expense distribution data in the accounts payable system.
  • Coordinates accounts payable check runs upon approval. Files appropriate documentation and maintains accounts payable files.
  • Voids checks and credits appropriate accounts as needed.
  • Works with vendors and staff to resolve invoice discrepancies. Reviews vendor statements for past due invoices and works with vendors and the accounting manager to keep accounts current.
  • Maintains W-9 information for all vendors and prepares annual 1099 forms for IRS.
  • Maintains responsive and cooperative relationships with vendors, constituents, and employees regarding accounts payable/accounts receivable/payroll matters.
  • Maintains and follows Account Payables policies and procedures.
  • Processes returned checks and drafts in the accounting system.
  • Works with HR manager to update payroll records.
  • Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
  • Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests.
  • Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
  • Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Receives grants and incomeandpreparesthedepositandcashreport.
  • Reconciles the daily cash deposit to the accounting system.
  • Processesofficepettycashandreplenishes accountasneeded.
  • Assists with month end and year end closings.
  • Completes a variety of accounting, financial analysis, and budget projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred plus at least one year accounting experience (or equivalent).
Skills/Experience: 
  • Knowledge of general ledger and accounting functions.
  • Knowledge of and expertise with computerized accounting and payroll systems and sound working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Must be highly organized and have the ability to work with confidential matters.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $38,000.00 - $43,000.00

Job Function: 

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 10 2018
Active Until: 
Oct 10 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit