Kaleidoscope Inc, a non-profit, child welfare organization located in Chicago, Illinois is looking to fill the position of
AccountantOur agency was founded in 1973 on the premise that youth with emotional and behavioral challenges would be better served in their home state. Today, our
mission
is to enhance child and family wellbeing by delivering innovative, individualized care and strengthening community connections. Our
vision
is that all children and youth have the opportunity to enjoy safe and healthy lives nurtured by supportive adults and engaged communities.At Kaleidoscope we value our employees and seek to provide them with opportunities for professional growth. We offer our employees flexible work schedules, competitive pay and excellent benefits package.Kaleidoscope's benefits package includes:Average of over 80% paid for employee coverage in our medical plans through Blue Shield and Blue Shield.PPO Dental PlanFREE
Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Vision and TelaDoc (an On-demand medical care service)Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysPaid Birthday holiday403b PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramMonthly cell phone reimbursementStaff luncheons and fun staff development outings and activitiesGeneral DescriptionThe Accountant is responsible for assisting the accounting operations of the agency as well as providing backup for selected general accounting functions.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPosition-SpecificPrepares billing functions for fee for service grants and contract reimbursement grants. Including reconciling and updating worksheets. Communicates with DCFS on grants.Manages accounts receivable functions, including recording revenue and applying payments in the financial system.Prepares journal entries, including recurring, prepaid, payroll and depreciation, etc.Prepares cash receipts for grants and adjusts balances.Performs back up for accounts payable.Assist in assembling data for annual financial audits, program audits and special projects.Works with Chief Financial Officer on monthly close and preparation of financial reports.Performs other tasks and functions as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.Educational Requirements and General QualificationsMinimum Degree Required : Bachelors DegreeDegree Preferred : Masters or Bachelors Degree in AccountingMinimum Years of Experience : 2 year of accounting experience, including accounts receivable & journal entries. Non-profit experience is a plus.Information Technology Skills Required:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Accounting software proficiency.Other Requirements:
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and time management skills. Full time use of insured, operating automobile and valid driver's license
Kaleidoscope Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.
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