The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is dedicated to creating long-lasting positive change, whether it’s through health and wellbeing, early education, violence prevention, or one of our other programs and services. We’re looking for talented individuals who are committed to empowering our community by creating a safe and welcoming environment that encourages growth and support — individuals like you!

The Senior Accountant at our Crown Family YMCA corporate office is accountable for supporting the Association's Accounting & Finance Department by performing a variety of accounting, reporting, and clerical tasks while following Association guidelines. 

Salary starts at $70,000 per year, includes full-time benefits, and opportunities to grow within the organization

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and the passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees 
• Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund 
• Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
• Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! 

Responsibilities

General Accounting (Client-Related)

• Record financial transactions on a timely and accurate manner utilizing QuickBooks Pro Online
• Handle banking services including check, credit card, and investment transactions
• Perform accounts payable function utilizing QuickBooks Pro Online

General Accounting (YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago-Specific)

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, audit workpapers, and tax support
• Create and document various journal entries for the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
• Process ACH Return activity into the Membership System for Crown Center
• Prepare account reconciliations, as assigned
• Run daily and/or weekly reports by closing the Membership System for Crown Center
• Obtain signatures on tax forms, scan tax documents, and mail returns, as needed
• Follow up with NSF checks and unclaimed checks
• Assist with sorting, scanning mail and other functions for the Finance Department
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance
• Preferred 5-7 years or more work experience in Accounting. Payroll and Accounts Payable experience is a plus
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail is a must. Ability to keep detailed, accurate, records and documentation.
• Ability to organize data and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
• Experience in QuickBooks Pro Online and/or Great Plains
• Proficiency in Excel is a must 
• Experience in Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint is desirable
• Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s mission
• Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice
• Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description including visual acuity. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention - Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required