Accounts Payable

Benefits/Perks

• Excellent Work Culture


• Paid Time Off


• Training and Development

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will manage the company’s bills and ensure all invoices are paid in a timely manner. Responsibilities will include receiving and preparing accounts payable invoices, handling expense reports, and assisting with audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, computer savvy, and has a strong understanding of accounting, payments, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling credit card and bank statements


• Maintaining accurate general ledger journal entries


• Preparing accounts payable invoices


• Making payments promptly


• Preparing sales and use tax returns


• Providing support for audits


• Collaborating with other departments to handle account issues


• Preparing expense reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field


• Advanced knowledge of Excel and QuickBooks


• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint


• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices


• Excellent problem-solving and research skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail

ABOUT US

WHAT’S IN THE NAME

The framework behind the name of our organization came from a sermon titled “A Knock At Midnight” preached by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.- which was later published in a book entitled, The Strength To Love. Being educated on the nuances of the civil rights movement for over 15 years, the one thing that stuck with one of our founders, Minister Johnny Banks Sr.

OUR MISSION

Our Goal is to Help Our Community

A Knock At Midnight, NFP (AKAM) is a non-for-profit, 501© (3) community- based organization established in September of 2003, located on the south side of Chicago, Illiniois. AKAM primarily focuses on providing direct services in the communities of Auburn Gresham, Englewood, West Englewood, and West Chatham. However, our services are also extended throughout the city and surrounding surburban areas.