General Accountant

Des Plaines, IL
Full Time
Accounting
Mid Level
Pay  
  • This is a salaried role
  • $50,000- $70,000 based on experience
About the Company 
Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years.  We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.  
About the Position 
The Junior Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager and is reportable to the Chief Operating Officer and is an important member of Rimland's Finance team. You will be responsible for providing accounting services including review of financial statements and supporting schedules and work papers.
  • Reconciling sub-ledger to general ledger account balances
  • Preparing financial statements
  • Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules
  • Enter into Quickbooks Online, vendor invoices as received
  • Coordinate with audit professionals in year-end audit reporting.
  • Prepare new reconciliations on an ad-hoc basis and continually look to improve existing procedures.
What Makes You A Great Fit
  • Undergraduate degree, or comparable, in Accounting or Finance
  • 1 - 3 years accounting/finance experience
  • Knowledge and experience with Quickbooks Online
  • Strong technical skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong working knowledge of financial statements
  • Ability to review open work and produce timely and accurate records
  • Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives
  • Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
  • Applicants must be presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S employer
Location & Schedule 
  • Location: Des Plaines, IL 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00PM 
Benefits 
Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits: 
  • Generous paid leave 
  • Insurance (group health after 90 days of employment) 
  • 401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year) 
  • A monthly personal fitness stipend 
Requirements 
You must meet the following requirements: 
Pass: 
  • A fingerprint criminal background check 
  • A child abuse and neglect check 
  • A drug screen. 
Provide:  
  • An original document (no photocopies) showing education and certifications
  • Residency for the past 2 years 
  • Current & original documents that verify your identity & ability to legally work in the United States 
  • Two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years 
Rimland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 
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