Grants and Contracts Accountant

Position Summary:

This position performs all accounting functions for the Center

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll.
• Handle Mutual of America contributions.
• Process 1099s.
• Prepare and submit monthly DFSS vouchers.
• Prepare and submit AFC billings.
• Review submission of ISBE vouchers.
• Analyze and generate AFC reports on a monthly basis.
• Process Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cash Receipts.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts and various other accounts.
• Analyze credit card activities.
• Prepare audit and other documents.
• Maintain and update various monthly reports
• Maintain control ledgers and prepare financial and other reports.
• Train and provide technical assistance to the accounting assistant on various accounting tasks or projects as necessary

Job Requirements:

Education and/or Experience:

• B.A. degree in accounting or a related business field with a minimum of 15 semester hours in Accounting.

• Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience.

• A total of at least five years of relevant experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computerized accounting systems.

Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of modern accounting theory, principles, and practices.

• Analytical skills in financial transactions and record-keeping.

• Confidentiality maintenance and excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Detail-oriented with a logical and methodological problem-solving approach.

• Flexibility to thrive in a demanding, stressful environment.

• Proficiency in word processing and effective cooperation as a team member.

Language Skills:

• Proficient in reading and speaking English.

• Physical Demands:

• Regular talking, hearing, and visual acuity.

• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, handling, and lifting (up to 30 pounds).

• Fine hand manipulation (keyboard skills).

• Potential for occasional work beyond 40 hours per week due to job demands.

Work Environment:

• Internal office space and classroom settings.

• Moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Covid-19 Note: In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from Mary Crane, you will be required to share proof of a COVID-19 vaccination upon eligibility.  You may apply for a Medical or Religious Exemption in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.  Mary Crane does daily temperature checks as well.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities