Senior Accountant

Company: Music Institute of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Providing the foundation for a lifelong engagement with musicThe Music Institute of Chicago (MIC) is dedicated to transforming lives through music education. We believe that enjoying and understanding music, and developing the skills to create and perform music, enhance the quality of life, and nourish the human spirit. More than entertainment or ambient sound, music is a vehicle for understanding, communicating, and self-improvement, as intrinsic to the human experience as language. Through joyful music learning, listening and playing, MIC students make themselves better and are better able to contribute to the world.JOIN US! -- We are seeking accounting-savvy candidates with expert knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge. If this describes you, consider joining the Music Institute of Chicago.Under the direction of the Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Senior Accountant is responsible for general accounting functions and monthly closing of the institution's books. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform ongoing accounting functions, balancing detail and general ledgers, bank reconciliations, month-end account analysis and reconciliations, and monthly G/L close
• Analyze various accounts and make appropriate journal entries
• Review A/P account coding before invoices are paid
• Prepare journal entries for contributions and miscellaneous cash receipts
• Assist CFO with collection and analysis of data to generate reports, and in the preparation and distribution of month-end financial statements
• Prepare internal materials for the annual audit, state and federal filings, and other annual or periodic reports
• Provide back-up support to the Payroll Specialist, including payroll processing, A/P, cash deposits, A/P coding and data entry
• Provide back-up support to the Registration and Billing Manager including student billing and A/RSupervisory and leadership responsibilities include:
  • Supervise payroll specialist by
    • Managing workflow.
    • Training new hires.
    • Creating and managing team schedules.
    • Evaluating performance and providing feedback.Ideal Candidate ProfileIn addition to the ability to successfully perform the above duties, the ideal candidate will be a reliable professional who interacts effectively with colleagues and exhibits a high level of accuracy in completing tasks. They will enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment in support of our mission driven organization. -Requirements:
      • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
      • Minimum of 2 years accounting and month end closing experience
      • 2 years' experience using Blackbaud Financial Edge
      • Experience in the non-profit sector preferred.
      • Experience using Paylocity or a similar HRIS payroll system
      • Strong analytical skills
      • Ability to multi-task
      • Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
      • Excellent communication and collaboration skillsIn addition, we seek candidates who are flexible, with positive spirit, energy, and a good sense of humor.BENEFITS!The Music Institute of Chicago has a casual yet professional work environment and is conveniently located in downtown Evanston, close to public transportation - CTA, Metra and PACE. We offer a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package, including:
        • Paid vacation, personal and sick days
        • An additional week off during our Winter Break (between Christmas and New Years' Day)
        • Paid holidays
        • Short- and long-term disability
        • 403(b) plan - you may immediately join, and after one year, you're eligible for the company match
        • Discount on MIC music lessons
        • Free admission to most MIC concerts for you and up to 2 guestsWe offer a hybrid work schedule.TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Manager: hr@musicinst.org . Salary is market competitive and offered commensurate with experience.It is the policy of the Music Institute of Chicago to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, age or disability. This policy affects decisions regarding hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer and other privileges of employment.

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