Financial Services - Accountant

at American Bar Association in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Financial Services - Accountant
ABA Chicago, 321 North Clark, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America * Chicago, IL, USA
 Req #1672
Wednesday, July 10, 2024

The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.

The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.

The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA's wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.

Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Job Summary/General Purpose of Job
Prepares, processes and maintains accounting records for the Association which may include general accounting, costing, or budget data. Reviews and reconciles accounts to insure accurate financial reports. Examines and interprets accounting records for the purpose of giving advice or preparing statements.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)
Prepare and records assigned journal entries according to internal standards, reconciles financial data, generates and distributes financial reports.
Performs monthly account reconciliations to identify and correct any errors and account imbalances, including cash account reconciliations, prepaids reconciliations, and receivable reconciliations.
Makes adjustments to financial transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and ABA policies.
Assists other departments by interpretating and responding to questions re the monthly reports.
Assist in the preparation and completion of financial statement audits.
Processes Affiliates bi-weekly paychecks by collecting and processing their payroll data.
Confirms calculations of federal and state taxable wages each pay period and ensures other deductions are updated and maintained in relevant systems.
Distributes of bi-weekly earnings statements and bi-weekly reports to ABA employees and its Affiliates and reconciles and audits Affiliate W-2 previews on a monthly basis; assists in annual year-end W-2 process
Completes special projects as assigned and performs other related duties, as required.
Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university (or equivalent experience).
Understanding of accounting concepts and principles.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interpret financial data.
Ability to work with professional people, interpret and communicate financial data for them and provide constructive guidance.
Excellent computer skills including Excel, Word, ERP or financial reporting systems.
Physical Requirements
Typical office work environment.
Extent of Travel Required in the Job
Travel is not required for this position.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.

 
 Other details
Pay Type
 Salary
Min Hiring Rate
 $51,760.00
Max Hiring Rate
 $63,048.08

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ABA Chicago, 321 North Clark, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Chicago, IL, USA

The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.