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Accountant Mutual Ground, Inc. - 3.0 Aurora, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Professional development assistance Loan forgiveness Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Nonprofit finance Data entry Accounting and finance experience Non-profit experience Full Job Description Mutual Ground is a non-profit agency that assists people affected by domestic violence, sexual violence and substance use. We provide counseling, prevention, legal and shelter services to enable individuals affected to find healing and reclaim their power. Accountant Exempt, Full Time, Reports to Senior Finance Director Job Summary The Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of Mutual Ground, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records. This position oversees accounts payable, cash disbursements, credit card administration, payroll support and account reconciliations. The Accountant also prepares reimbursement requests, and supporting documentation for financial reporting, audits, and grant compliance activities and works collaboratively with leadership and program staff to ensure financial processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational and funder requirements. Job Duties Accounting and Financial Operations Review payment requests for required approvals, documentation, and account coding; print checks, initiate ACH and electronic fund transfers, and process recurring and automatic payments. Enter approved bills, invoices, and reimbursements into the accounting system and prepare weekly payment batches. Collect, review, and enter all agency credit card transactions and supporting documentation, ensuring expenses are accurately coded and charged to the appropriate programs and funding sources. Record cash receipts and deposits in the accounting system. Prepare month-end and year-end close processes. Payroll and Benefits Coordinate payroll processing with Human Resources, verify payroll information and changes, and reconcile payroll-related accounts and deductions. Update and maintain employee allocation percentages in ClickTime and other applicable systems whenever staffing assignments or funding sources change. Review payroll coding and maintain employee cost allocations to ensure salaries and benefits are charged accurately to programs and funding sources and comply with grant requirements. Maintain accounting records related to employee benefits, retirement contributions, payroll liabilities, and benefit deductions. Financial Reporting and Compliance Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), grant requirements, and agency policies. Identify operational issues and provide recommendations to the Finance Director regarding financial procedures and process improvements. Systems and Collaboration Administer accounting, payroll, and timekeeping systems, including MIP Fund Accounting and ClickTime, and maintain accurate and complete financial data. Provide technical assistance to program and administrative staff regarding purchasing procedures, expense coding, reimbursement requests, and required financial documentation. Maintain accounting procedures and desk manuals and assist with cross-training on financial processes. Serve as backup to the Finance Director on designated operational accounting functions. Attend required meetings and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered. Minimum of two to three years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, preferably in a nonprofit, multi-funded environment. Demonstrated experience with nonprofit accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll administration. Experience processing electronic payments, ACH transactions, credit card administration, and maintaining accurate financial records preferred. Experience with MIP Fund Accounting software is helpful but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting, payroll, and financial management systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, auditors, funders, and external partners. Working knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting practices, grant accounting principles, and financial reporting requirements. Knowledge of accounts payable processes, payroll reconciliations, cost allocation methodologies, and restricted fund accounting. 60-Hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training Certificate (may be completed after hire).

• Ability to perform duties in a standard office environment and utilize standard office equipment. May be needed for occasional evening meetings. It is the policy of Mutual Ground, Inc. to afford equal opportunity in all aspects of employment to all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, physical disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, age, national origin, ethnicity, political affiliation, medical condition, pregnancy, immigration status or on the basis of genetic information. This policy applies to all employees, applicants for employment, board and committee members, and volunteers and extends to all phases of hiring, selection, promotion, transfer, pay, benefits, tenure, discharge and discipline. Employment at our agency may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness programs. We do not pay or forgive student loans, however, our status as a non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) makes us an eligible employer. There may be other determining factors for one to qualify. It is the employee's responsibility to apply for the loan forgiveness program that fits their situation.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person