Accountant

Become a champion of hope.

At Rosecrance we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Rosecrance Jackson Centers seeks dedicated individuals to provide the highest quality care to treat substance use disorders and mental health issues. We’re focused on one thing: Providing the best opportunity for long and lasting recovery.

Position Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing financial
transactions, ensuring accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and timely reporting. This role
includes preparing financial statements, managing budgets, handling account payable and receivable,
and ensuring that all financial records are maintained according to legal and regulatory requirements. The
Accountant will work closely with management to provide insights into financial performance and support
strategic decision-making, all while upholding the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or a related field
• Demonstrated general accounting procedures or an equivalent combination of education, training and
experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use accounting software
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities:
1. Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the
responsibilities assigned.
2. Prepare, post and upload journal entries, reconcile accounts, and calculate accrued expenses for
month-end closing.
3. Review, approve and ensure journal entries are accurate, appropriate, and comply with GAAP.
4. Process daily or weekly deposits, verify bank receipts, and reconcile cash receipts to cash journal
postings. Maintain check registers and complete monthly bank reconciliations, including conducting
petty cash audits.
5. Prepare monthly fee-for-service and grant utilization reports, reconcile these reports to revenue
accounts, and analyze trends or issues and offering feedback for process improvements.
6. Prepare audit schedules as assigned, and review and approve these schedules.
7. Lead or participate in projects such as new business lines, technology implementations, and staff
training on new procedures.
8. Provide backup support for team members as needed, and actively participate in department
meetings and activities.
9. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Code of Ethics and legal requirements.
10. Provide exceptional customer service consistently to all customers.
11. Serve as a role model for staff, clients, and customers, demonstrating positive relations on behalf of
Rosecrance.
12. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated by leadership.

1. Vision: Must be able to read printed and/or handwritten materials from a variety of sources (75-
100%)
2. Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers (50-79%); answer
incoming phone calls (0-24%)
3. Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility between departments within the facility (50-79%),
4. Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: (0-24%)
5. Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Must exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 5 pounds of
force frequently to lift or move objects (25-49%)
6. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to finger keyboard for computer work and phone
equipment for placing/receiving calls (75-100%)
7. Sitting: must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time when using the computer (75-100%)

Environment:
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens requiring the use of universal precautions and/or personal protective
equipment.
Exposure to computer

 

Schedule: Monday-Friday  8:30pm-5pm

Work Location: Rosecrance Jackson Recovery Center  or   RMG-Chicagoland  (Des Plaines, IL)

• Work Mode: 5 days remote option for the last 2 weeks of the month 

Compensation & Rewards :Based on education, experience, and credentials

• Starting salary in Rockford - Bachelors $65,707.20 
• Starting salary in Des Plaines  -