at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is dedicated to creating long-lasting positive change, whether it's through health and wellbeing, early education, violence prevention, or one of our other programs and services. We're looking for talented individuals who are committed to empowering our community by creating a safe and welcoming environment that encourages growth and support - individuals like you!
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Accounting, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and support to internal clients. The Senior Staff Accountant at our Crown Center corporate office is accountable for supporting the Association's Accounting/Finance Department by performing a variety of accounting, reporting, and clerical tasks while following Association guidelines. 2-3 days/week in-office minimum required.
Salary starts at $70,000 per year, includes full-time benefits, and opportunities to grow within the organization
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and the passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!
Responsibilities
General Accounting (Client-Related):
Record financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner utilizing QuickBooks Pro Online.
Handle banking services including checks, credit card, and investment transactions.
Perform accounts payable function utilizing QuickBooks Pro Online
Provide audit workpapers and adequate support for the annual financial audit.
Document procedures for client-related tasks.
Provide excellent customer service.
General Accounting (YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago- Specific):
Assist finance staff as requested with the preparation of financial statements, audit workpapers, and tax support.
Create and document various journal entries for the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Process ACH Return activity into the Membership System for Crown Center
Prepare timely and accurate account reconciliations, as assigned.
Run daily and/or weekly reports by closing the Membership System for Crown Center
Follow up with NSF checks and unclaimed checks.
Handle administrative tasks such as sorting mail, obtaining signatures, scanning tax forms, mailing documents, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Finance Department
2-3 days/week in-office minimum required (serve as backup when peers are on PTO).
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail is a must. Ability to keep detailed, accurate, records and documentation.
Ability to organize data and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
Helpful and positive attitude
Preferred experience in QuickBooks Pro Online and/or Great Plains
Proficiency in Excel is a must
Experience in Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint is desirable.
Preferred 5-7 years or more work experience in accounting (non-profit sector). Payroll and Accounts Payable experience is a plus.
Bachelor's degree, with an emphasis in accounting or finance is a must.
Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's mission
Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice
Child Abuse Prevention - Support the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Financial - Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.
