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Nonprofit Accounting Manager 🔥


SUMMARY: The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP) is hiring a part-time Accounting Manager who will be responsible for completing daily/monthly accounting functions and annual audit requirements. Desired candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, have experience with nonprofit accounting practices, and will be a self-directed team player with a passion for childhood/public health.

ABOUT ICAAP: ICAAP is a 501c3 organization that seeks to promote and advocate for optimal child, youth, and family well-being, and access to quality healthcare. Consisting of 2,000 members across Illinois, ICAAP works to improve child and family health through the development of education to meet the needs of pediatric healthcare providers, connecting pediatricians to resources in their community, and advocating for policy and systems change to address the needs of children, families, and health care providers. To learn more about ICAAP projects and initiatives, visit IllinoisAAP.org. 

RESPONSIBILITES:

Primary duties of the Accounting Manager include but are not limited to:

Manage monthly accounting functions for the Illinois ($4m annual budget) and Wisconsin ($100k) Chapters

  • Complete monthly financial close of accrual-based books by the 15th of each month including close of AR, AP, generation and booking of related journal entries, and reconciliation of all accounts
  • Support operations team with internal and external reporting and invoicing requirements
  • Ensure accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Maintain updated general ledger and complete financial records

Manage annual accounting functions for the Illinois and Wisconsin Chapters

  • Support management staff and independent audit firm and assure adherence to financial reporting as required under grant programs, including the preparation of audited financial statements, Single Audits, and IRS Forms 990
  • Maintain accounting process and procedures manual and oversee internal controls
  • Assist Director of Operations with annual budget development
  • Prepare and distribute IRS Form 1099 to vendors and Form 1096 to the IRS
  • Provide support and guidance for financial operation of the Chapters including adherence to city, state and federal guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • Two or more years of related work experience, preferably with a nonprofit, with project-based/grant funded accounting, and/or audits/single audits
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
  • Advanced computer skills, including knowledge of QuickBooks online and Microsoft suite
  • Resourceful and self-motivated with outstanding problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to produce error-free work
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and projects
  • As of September 1, 2021, all employees must provide proof of up-to-date (full series and recommended boosters) COVID-19 vaccination status

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

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