Lead Senior Accountant

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Catholic Charities Full time

Position Overview

This role involves providing comprehensive accounting assistance to the Department Director, Accounting Manager, and/or Controller across various fiscal responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver accounting support to management in a range of financial tasks;
  • Review and analyze expenditures for designated programs;
  • Ensure the accurate and timely submission of cash receipts, deposits, journal entries, program billings, and in-kind reports to comply with agency policies and external regulations;
  • Oversee the reconciliation of revenue and receivables in the general ledger during month-end closing;
  • Analyze financial data, project future financial trends, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders;
  • Act as the primary contact for various funders and auditors, coordinating with supervisory personnel as necessary;
  • Administer petty cash for assigned programs when applicable;
  • Investigate and resolve account discrepancies, recommending necessary adjustments;
  • Reconcile variances and prepare monthly journal entries to allocate costs accurately;
  • Collaborate with program staff, internal departments, and external partners to address accounting-related issues.

Physical Requirements:

  • Kneel, bend, and move from sitting to standing multiple times throughout the day;
  • Push and pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds;
  • Climb stairs, up to 7 flights at a time;
  • Lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Additional Requirements:

Compliance with agency requirements, including:
  • Background checks, including program-specific criteria;
  • Physical examinations;
  • Drug and TB testing;
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation;
  • Agency-specified automobile insurance.

Work Schedule:
Occasional evening, weekend, or special event work may be required.

Supervision:
Reports to the Department Director, Accounting Manager, or Service Area Controller.

Education and Experience:

Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma.

Experience:

Preferred: 7+ years in accounting.
Minimum: 5+ years in accounting.

Certification:

Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A

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