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Corporate Senior Staff Accountant

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Chicago, Illinois, United States Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Chicago Full time

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.

Corporate Senior Staff Accountant

Provide end-to-end accounting support by managing financial transactions, conducting detailed analysis and reconciliations, preparing reports and audit documentation, and collaborating across departments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement in financial operations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive accounting support to corporate leadership by reviewing and validating corporate expenditures, preparing and submitting journal entries, deposits, and corporate billings, and ensuring all financial transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare detailed financial projections and reports, and communicate findings clearly to the Assistant Controller, Controller, and other stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Lead the reconciliation of revenue, receivables, and corporate bank accounts during the month-end close process. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, maintain proper documentation, and prepare necessary adjustments and journal entries to ensure the integrity of financial records.
  • Assist with audit preparation by gathering supporting documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to auditor inquiries. Ensure all audit requirements are met accurately and on time, and contribute to strengthening internal controls and compliance practices.
  • Collaborate closely with internal departments and external partners to resolve accounting issues, reconcile corporate credit card transactions, and support continuous improvement of financial operations and internal controls. Performs other duties as assigned.

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing multiple times a day.

X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds.

X Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time.

X Lift up to 25 pounds.

Additional Requirements:

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to:

X Background check, including any program specific requirements

Physical examination

Drug Testing

TB Testing

Driver's License and reliable transportation

Agency-specified automobile insurance

Additional Requirements:

Immediate Supervisor: Corporate Controller

Directly Supervises: N/A

Indirectly Supervises: N/A

Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:

Minimum: Bachelor degree

Preferred: Master degree

Relevant Experience:

Minimum: 2-4 years of finance or accounting-related experience

Preparation of journal entries and monthly accruals

Reconcile bank statements, AR/AP reconciliations, reconcile general ledger accounts

Financial analysis

ERP proficiency

Microsoft Office/Excel

Preferred: 4-6 years of finance or accounting-related experience

Advanced pivot tables and Power BI process improvement

Certification/Licensure:

Minimum: N/A

Preferred: CPA or CPA Candidate

Requirements:

Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:

Preferred: Bachlelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Minimum: Associate's Degree in Business Administration

Relevant Experience:

Preferred: 3+ years of finance or accounting-related experience

Minimum: 1-2 years of finance or accounting-related experience

Certification/Licensure:

Preferred: N/A

Minimum: N/A

Compensation: $ $32.00 / hour