Aza Chicago , IL 60602
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Lincoln Park Zoo
1373
Staff Accountant
Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open 365 days a year. Visit us at lpzoo.org
GENERAL SUMMARY
Performs essential accounting functions according to established procedures while providing support necessary to process the obligations of the organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Balances and posts revenues to the general ledger on a daily basis, and prepares timely deposits of earned and contributed revenue
Responsible for cash handling operations
Responsible for reviewing and reconciling credit card transactions
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
Prepares monthly journal entries
Prepares monthly balance sheet account reconciliations
Prepares monthly state & local sales tax & parking tax returns
Prepares bi-weekly payroll, process payroll reports and employee reimbursements
Assists with compiling data for 1099 reporting and MBE/WBE/PCE dashboards
Assist with budget process
Assist with audit and tax return preparations
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
May assist in other Accounting Department activities, including but not limited to periodic miscellaneous reports, system enhancement and transitions, and annual audit
Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Proficient in working across multiple technology platforms.
Working knowledge of GAAP accounting
Ability to analyze problems and select proper corrective action
Ability to efficiently multi-task
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality
Ability to learn and adapt to varied work assignments
Ability to interact courteously and respectfully with supervisors, fellow employees, volunteers, zoo visitors and general public
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Associate degree or higher in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration required. Specialization in Accounting preferred.
Note: A comparable combination of education, experience or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skills and ability required may qualify an individual.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work at computer for long periods of time
Ability to work in open office environment
Salary: $58k-65k/annually
Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with lived experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.
Salary
58k-65k/annually
How to Apply
https://careers.hireology.com/lincolnparkzoologicalsociety/1806791/description
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 3127422020
Fax: 1373
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