Senior Accountant

Temple Sholom Of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Chicago, IL

About the position

The Senior Accountant will manage a diverse range of accounting responsibilities, ensuring the integrity of financial information and compliance with accounting standards. This role involves overseeing general accounting functions, payroll processing, and accounts payable, while also supporting the Director of Finance in various financial analyses and reporting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of accounting information by reconciling various general ledger accounts monthly
• Analyze budget by comparing actual results to budget
• Assist in accounting for subsidiaries Lakeshore Jewish Funerals and Westlawn Cemetery
• Maintain Fixed Assets schedule
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
• Prepare documentation for outside auditors
• Process bi-weekly and monthly payrolls through Paycor and oversee payroll tax reporting
• Maintain staff payroll records and benefit elections including health, dental and 401k plan
• Improve and monitor payroll systems by creating new procedures and reports
• Review invoices for proper authorization and coding to process for payment
• Analyze spending trends and help to ensure cost efficiencies
• Maintenance and issuance of 1099's and W9's

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
• Minimum two years of relevant accounting experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and expert Excel skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a high-volume environment
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English

Nice-to-haves

• CPA certificate or working towards certification
• Sage Intacct Accounting experience
• Experience with Paycor payroll systems