Financial Accountant

Description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 43 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.

If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.

General Responsibilities

1. Complete general accounting functions for all Agency departments and programs.
2. Provide accounting services in a computerized accrual accounting system on a timely basis for a medium-sized social service agency.
3. Assist with AP functions as assigned.
4. Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

Essential Functions

1. Prepare month-end bank and account reconciliations on-time and accurately, question variances and resolve timely.
2. Book month-end journal entries such as depreciation, insurance, prepaids, investments, and other entries as needed.
3. Track credit card receipts and reconcile transactions to the statement.
4. Assist with preparation of the annual agency budget.
5. Prepares financial schedules as required for the annual audit
6. Code administration and development expenses.
7. Support Accounts Payable processing and enter transactions as needed.

Great Employer Provided Benefits

• Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 5 Paid Leave days and 9 Sick days
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or 5+ years related accounting experience. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
2. Ability to problem-solving effectively and take initiative to resolve issues as they develop.
3. Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, accurately, and quickly.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and constructively with persons from all racial, diverse cultures, family systems, and social backgrounds.
5. Advanced skillset with Microsoft Excel; proficient with Outlook, Word, and Teams.
6. Exceptional communicator with excellent written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal communication skills; able to easily engage others.
7. Demonstrated ability to work independently.
8. Passage of complete background clearance.
9. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, has adopted and follows the Codes of Ethics established by Catholic Charities USA, the National Association of Social Workers and the American Psychological Association. As an employee of the Agency you are expected to support these codes to the extent doing so is consistent with and allowed by applicable law.
10. A valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation and proof of liability insurance is required.