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.