Staff Accountant
Company: Chicago Children's Museum
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Position: Staff AccountantDepartment: Finance and ITReports to:
Chief Financial OfficerAbout Chicago Children's Museum: About
Chicago Children's Museum: Chicago Children's Museum (CCM) is
committed to improving children's lives by creating a community
where play and learning connect. We embrace creativity and
collaboration, we never stop learning, and we remember to stop and
play along the way. CCM's staff is a dedicated group of curious
individuals who embrace the playful spirit of childhood. Every
employee is empowered to reach their potential and be recognized
for the impact they have on our organization, visitors, and the
community we serve. Over its 42-year history, Chicago Children's
Museum has provided innovative exhibits, arts programs, STEM
experiments, imaginative play, and more to over 11 million children
and their caregivers. Located at Navy Pier, the museum is
intentionally designed for experimentation, creativity, and the
universal pursuits of childhood. CCM focuses on accessibility,
inclusion, and learning for all children, ensuring valuable and
memorable experiences for all visitors.General Job Function: The
Staff Accountant communicates policy and procedure to the
organization that supports accountability and proper performance of
stewardship over CCM's assets. The staff accountant processes all
transactional accounting information, performs general accounting
functions, and provides internal and external customers with
financial analyses and reports.Principal Job Duties and
Responsibilities Processes transactional accounting data for
assigned areas of responsibility. Areas of responsibility include,
but not limited to, accounts payables, payroll, cash management,
cash receipts, and petty cash. Prepares account reconciliations for
assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts. Prepares
journal entries and account analyses, as necessary, to ensure
proper accountability and internal control of CCM's assets.
Performs monthly close procedures to provide management with CCM
financial results on a monthly basis. Provides internal and
external customers with accounting support, including but not
limited to reports, analyses, and manpower. Supports the museum's
work in diversity, equity, access and inclusion and actively
ensures that DEAI principles are upheld in all work with fellow
staff, visitors, community and other external partners. Enthusiasm
for learning and mastering new skills on an ongoing basis;
willingness to be informed/certified/trained through
institution-offered courses and to work within Diversity, Equity,
Access, Inclusion (DEAI) frameworks and actively engage in learning
about these frameworksPerform special projects, as necessary.
Position QualificationsB.S. or B.A. in Accountancy or comparable
experience 5yrs experience A/R, A/P, journal entries,
reconciliations without degree or 1-2 years accounting experience
with degreeStrong Organizational SkillsStrong knowledge of
accounting principles & basicsStrong computer skills with
demonstrated proficiency in spreadsheetsStrong verbal and written
communication skillsHigh value of ethics, dependability, and
reliabilityPossess an equity mindset and cultural humilityPositive
can do attitudeStrong teamwork values, cooperation, and
professionalism are essentialSalary Range: $50,000-$55,000 per
year.Hours: This is a full-time/exempt position, working an average
of 37.5 hours per week. This is a hybrid position with 3 days
on-site and 2 days remote. Benefits: This position is eligible for
very competitive medical, dental, vision, Life, Long-term
Disability, and Short-term Disability insurances, 401k after six
months of service with matching contributions pending eligibility,
as well as 14 days PTO and 12 Sick Days annually (accrued monthly).
Don't check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please
apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities -
such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to
apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Chicago
Children's Museum shares an enthusiasm for learning and mastering
new skills on an ongoing basis - so if you're excited about this
role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every
qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still
consider submitting an application.Chicago Children's Museum aims
to recruit and advance qualified BIPOC/ALAANA, women, LGBTQ,
persons with disabilities, and veterans-we welcome and encourage
all applicants. Our goal is for our team and culture to reflect the
Chicagoland community.Chicago Children's Museum is an equal
opportunity employerPI42f204acec2b-25660-35197333
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