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Interim Staff Accountant

Truity Partners
Chicago, IL Other
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026

Interim Staff Accountant


Duration: 12–18 months

Start Date: Mid to end of April

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Setting: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Schedule: 37.5 hours/week


Overview:

This role will support core accounting operations and financial reporting. This individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial data, supporting audit and grant-related activities, and helping improve processes


Overview of Role Duties:

  • Provide day-to-day accounting support across multiple departments and leadership teams
  • Prepare and review financial statements and related reporting
  • Assist with complex accounting activities, including grant-related work
  • Perform and oversee - Account reconciliations (bank & balance sheet), Revenue recognition, Month-end and year-end close, Journal entries and general ledger activity
  • Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests
  • Compile, analyze, and reconcile financial data to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Contribute to process improvements and policy development, particularly in preparation for ERP implementation
  • Partner cross-functionally to address ad hoc financial requests and reporting needs


Skillset:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5 years of accounting experience
  • Higher education or nonprofit experience required
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
  • Prior EPR implementation experience is a plus
  • Must have a collaborative mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving


Compensation: $35 - $40/Hr. (based on experience)

Salary : $35 - $40

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