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Accounting Assistant

at American College of Surgeons in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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About the American College of Surgeons
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a professional and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has more than 80,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. For more information, visit .
Summary: Accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, travel reimbursements, and scholarship/award payments. Monthly journal entries as required along with assisting with reconciliation of specific liability accounts. Daily disbursement of incoming mail to accounting staff. Creation and review of new A/P vendors. Position may be required to assist with the annual processing of 1099's, and other duties as assigned.
This non-exempt position will report to the Accounts Payable Supervisor in the Division of Finance and Facilities. It is based in our Chicago office and is a hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office/2 days per week remote.
Required Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or higher is required.


At least 2+ years of similar professional accounting experience is preferred; accounts payable experience is a plus.


Customer service experience, attention to detail, team focus, and strong written and oral communication skills are required.


Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Comprehensive Benefits:
We're committed to attracting and retaining top talent via valuable benefits!
Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year
Hybrid office schedule
Medical-comprehensive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program
403(b) Matching Program
Pension Plan
Flexible Spending Medical/Dependent Care
Employee Assistance Program
Short Term/Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Domestic Partner Coverage
Plus many other great benefits!

The American College of Surgeons is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruitment@facs.org or call (312) 202-5000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans,
and Individuals with Disabilities
 
•All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. 
•Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP  here.
 

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Job Posting: 11317226

Posted On: Sep 26, 2023

Updated On: Oct 18, 2023

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