Accounting Clerk

Pay: $22.50 per hour

Job Summary:

The staff accountant will maintain accounting records for the Association. He/she will assist the CFO in the areas of: Accounts Payable, Cash receipts, payroll, entering financial transactions into the general ledger, month end reconciliations and reporting. This position is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Summary of Essential Functions:

• Accounts Payable – will code invoices and process vendor payments
• Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payment are charged to the appropriate accounts & grant
• Manages the purchase orders
• Assist in monthly grant expenditure reporting to funders
• Assist in budget creation annual as well as new grants
• Assist in creating and entering monthly journal into the Financial Ledger
• Assist in the preparation of monthly balance sheet, income statements and profit and loss statements
• Assist in monthly cash reconciliation by organizing all the financial transactions
• Generates accounting and audit reports for cash receipts, accounts payable and receivable, expenditures, and profits and losses
• Reconciles and reports differences or issues found in financial records
• Filing and Special Projects
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor or Associate degree in Accounting
• At least four (3) years of minimum experience working in Accounts Payable, invoice coding, and working with various financial general ledgers
• Industry knowledge - working with governmental agencies and grants preferred (not required)
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial data analysis
• Ability to use accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data
• Ability to efficiently operate a 10-key calculator or equivalent and other related office equipment
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• Organized and able to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoy working as a team member as well as independently
• Ability to type at least 35 words per minute
• Mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
• Ability to lift 30 pounds, sit, kneel, squat, and bend
• Current Illinois driver’s license and valid vehicle insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This Job Description should not be read as creating an express or implied contract, nor is it intended to alter the employment-at-will relationship. Employment with the YWCA is "at-will" and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause, at the option of either the YWCA or the employee.