Grants Accountant/Revenue Specialist
Chicago Children's Advocacy Center · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
Accounting$200k/yrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage the financial aspects of grant financial audits and site visits as needed.
- Aid with time and effort reporting and compliance with grants and contracts.
- Create grant budgets and budget revisions with team input.
- Keep grant tracking documents updated monthly.
- Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly government grant reports and vouchers.
- Prepare and maintain supporting documentation and submit financial reports promptly.
- Maintain accurate financial records of accounts receivable and pledges, and prepare monthly schedules.
- Manage receivables and collaborate with the CFOO and Development to enhance timely cash collections.
- Aid in monthly accounting close as needed.
- Affix weekly posting of cash and pledges between Blackbaud Raisers Edge and Financial Edge.
- Conduct monthly revenue reconciliation with the Development department to match Financial Edge data with Raisers Edge data.
- Aid in annual budget and annual audit preparation as needed.
- Serve as back-up for the Accounting & Grants Manager as needed.
- Participate in local networking and training opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree is required with a minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting.
- Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.
- Proficiency in accounting systems, particularly Blackbaud Raisers Edge and Financial Edge, is essential.
- Experience with Government Grants is beneficial.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Benefits
- BCBS HMO and PPO healthcare coverage options with family member coverage available.
- Free life insurance up to $200,000.
- Additional pay of up to 10% of salary available after 6 months.
- Menu of benefits including: additional health benefits, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, 403b plan, Roth option, legal coverage, dependent care, flexible spending, and taxable spending.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 35 days in a 12-month period, with potential for 40 days after 5 years and additional PTO for FMLA-related reasons up to 20 days.
- Casual dress code and regular expert training on evidence-based therapy modalities.
- Enjoy afternoon milk and cookies every Friday!
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Equal Opportunity Employer: BIPOC, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ people are strongly encouraged to apply.
- We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring practices.