Accountant

Hourly Pay Range:

$28.47 - $42.71 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Accountant

• Location: Arlington Heights, IL

• Full Time/Part Time: Full time

• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

• Required Travel: no

Job Summary:

Responsible for general accounting duties related to Research grants (Federal, Fed Sub, Industry, Private Foundations and internally funded), Gifts (Special Purpose and Designated Funds) , Foundations, and other Endeavor Health entities assigned. The position assists in the month-end close, completes account reconciliations, and prepares monthly and quarterly reports, including financial statements. The position also provides variance analysis and commentary to senior management.  The position will support operations including Research, Foundation and Hospitals. The position will prepare appropriate documentation for internal and external audits. Assistance in Quarterly Financial Reporting and coordination of annual external PBC Audit.

What you will do:

• Perform all month-end accounting entries for Research, Grants, Foundation and other entities assigned.

• Monitor Grant / Foundation expenditures and maintain records of use of funds

• Review and submit NIH Federal direct sponsor reimbursement requests and review federal and sub recipient expenditures

• Ensure compliance with grants and foundation guidelines, regulations and reporting requirements, and terms and conditions of awards

• Work closely with grant managers to monitor F & A (allowable costs) and Fringe Benefits rate agreement are being followed.

• Assist in the grant Uniform Guidance audit and Federal Clearing House and GATA (ILL Grant Accountability and Transparency Act) filings.

• Assist the Sr Manager of Accounting in accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements for assigned entities and GL categories within Endeavor Health

• Prepare account reconciliations for GL accounts assigned.

• Prepare financial statements for Endeavor Research Institute, Special Purpose, Foundation and other entities assigned

• Assists on preparation of FSR and or other regulatory reports, year-end Audit, UG Audit and other Special program grant.

• Assists in the Endeavor Health Quarterly Financial Reporting submission including Statement of Operations, Balance sheet, Statement of Changes in Cash, Statement of Changes in Net Assets, and other schedules within strict reporting deadlines

• Analyzes and explains significant budget variances for the assigned entities for both the current period and year-to-date activity.  This involves detailed research of variances and can include written and verbal correspondence to understand the underlying variances.

• Serves as a resource for other accounting staff members and Endeavor Health department heads; responds to questions related to general accounting of assigned entities.

• Assist with annual audit preparations. Prepares year-end audit schedules for Endeavor Health and other affiliates as assigned by the prescribed deadlines

• Perform other duties as assigned

What you will need:

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field

• Certification: n/a

• Experience: 0-3 years' experience in accounting/finance.

• Unique or Preferred Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principle, including Uniform Guidance and other relevant regulations.

  • Have a comprehensive knowledge of GAAP

  • Possess strong communication, organizational and technology skills

  • Experience with an ERP, Workday preferred

  • Workday Grant work stream Experience is a PLUS

  • Proficiency with Excel and/or other spreadsheet and database applications is required

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4