Accountant

The Environmental Law & Policy Center seeks to hire a full time Accountant. This is an extraordinary time in which ELPC’s effective legal and policy advocacy – backed by strong economic analysis, sound science and public engagement – are essential for protecting our core environmental values.

LOCATION:  Chicago with a hybrid work environment

ORGANIZATION
The Environmental Law & Policy Center is the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy organization. We drive transformational policy changes with national impacts.

We show that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together by putting sustainability principles into practice. We advance climate solutions effectively by accelerating clean renewable energy alternatives to conventional power plants and advancing clean transportation solutions. We protect the Great Lakes and defend the Midwest’s wild and natural places, and we fight for safe, clean water and healthy clean air for all. We combine effective public interest litigation with strategic policy advocacy, sound science, and economic analysis. ELPC produces strong results for the environment in the courtrooms, boardrooms, and legislative hearing rooms across the pivotal Midwest states and in Washington D.C.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Accountant will have hands on responsibility for all aspects of maintaining the organization’s accounting system. Specific duties include accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, payroll, and cash management. The Accountant will prepare monthly financial statements and working papers for the annual audit. The Accountant reports to and works closely with the Deputy Director, who serves as chief financial officer. Work closely with the other operations and development staff. Additional operations, human resources, and financial analysis duties will also be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector, and a working understanding of all aspects of nonprofit accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel and modern accounting software such as Accufund.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and good judgment.
• An inspired and demonstrated commitment to public interest environmental advocacy and the ability to work productively as a member of a team of skilled professionals is required.

SALARY
The salary range for our Accountant is $67,375 - $79,300, with new hires rarely starting a the top of the range. Excellent benefits, including healthcare and retirement, are provided.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please include the following with your application:

1. Resume
2. One-page cover letter explaining your interests and qualifications
3. Three professional references

The Environmental Law & Policy Center considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, genetic predisposition, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. If you are interested in any of our open positions but are unable to apply online due to a disability, please email  [email protected]  for assistance with a reference to the specific job(s) you are interested in.